ONTARIO GRAIN FARMER GRAIN TALK 22 Good in Every Event Good in Every Grain has been participating in summer events across the province! The popular Grain Discovery Zone participated in more than 15 fairs and consumer-facing events, with the Markham Fair (October 2-5) and the Norfolk County Fair (October 8-13) still to come. Drop by to say hello to Grain Farmers of Ontario’s communications intern, Sarah. Good in Every Grain also exhibited at the Canadian National Exhibition and the International Plowing Match, where staff and farmer-members engaged in thoughtful discussions with consumers about grains and grain farming. Next up, the Grains on the Go trailer will be on display at the Royal Agricultural Winter Fair in Toronto, November 7-16. Annual District Meetings Grain Farmers of Ontario is beginning to plan for the 2026 January District Grain Committee Meetings. Be sure to check www.gfo.ca for updates on the date and location of your district’s meeting. Details will also be published in the GrainTALK Newsletter in upcoming issues of the Ontario Grain Farmer magazine as they are finalized. The Annual District Meetings are called to elect voting delegates and directors for the coming year. Updates on the organization and grain industry issues are also provided at these meetings. All barley, corn, oat, soybean, and wheat farmers are welcome and encouraged to attend. Market Commentary By Philip Shaw In the September 12th WASDE report, the United States Department of Agriculture increased corn production by 72 million bushels, pushing the projected record total up to 16.814 billion bushels. This happened despite a 2.1 bushel per acre cut in the 2025 yield, down to 186.7 bushels per acre. The U.S. planted corn acreage was increased by 1.4 million acres to 98.7 million. Anticipated corn demand is at a record high of 16.06 billion bushels. U.S. domestic soybean yield was actually cut to 53.5 bushels per acre with planted acreage at 81.1 million acres and harvested acreage to be 80.3 million acres. This brings the total soybean production to 4.301 billion bushels. In Ontario, soybean harvest has started in drought-induced fields across the province. As of mid-September, a large premium for early corn is apparent, as old crop is gone. The Canadian dollar, fluttering at the 72-cent U.S. level, is helping sustain cash grain prices. Port infrastructure video The role of port infrastructure in supporting Ontario’s agricultural growth and global trade is more critical than ever. A video published by Grain Farmers of Ontario in September highlights how modernizing ports and seaway systems enhances market access, drives job creation, and ensures food security. Strong ports lead to stronger farms, and when farms grow, Canada grows. This video explains why investing in port infrastructure is essential for a prosperous future for Ontario’s grain farmers and the broader economy. Watch the video on the Grain Farmersof Ontario YouTube channel, @grainfarmersontario.
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