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Fertilizer giant Nutrien Ltd. earns US$3.6B as global demand surges

Fertilizer giant Nutrien Ltd. earns US$3.6B as global demand surges

SASKATOON — Nutrien Ltd. says its net profit increased 224 per cent to US$3.6 billion in the second quarter as the war in Ukraine continues to put pressure on global agriculture markets. The Saskatoon-based fertilizer producer — which reports in U.S.
Feds, province pump more money into rail line to Churchill, Man.

Feds, province pump more money into rail line to Churchill, Man.

WINNIPEG — The federal and Manitoba governments announced a combined $147 million Wednesday to support a rail line through northern Manitoba with a history of service disruptions and delays.
Tilray Brands records fourth-quarter loss amid higher revenue

Tilray Brands records fourth-quarter loss amid higher revenue

LEAMINGTON, Ont. — Tilray Brands Inc. posted a steep loss in its most recent quarter despite higher revenue as it recorded a non-cash impairment. The cannabis company posted a net loss of US$457.
New Hexo CEO opens up about push to overhaul cannabis business after turmoil

New Hexo CEO opens up about push to overhaul cannabis business after turmoil

TORONTO — Three months after stepping into Hexo Corp.
Mustard seed shortage sends seed prices soaring, curbs some supply of condiment

Mustard seed shortage sends seed prices soaring, curbs some supply of condiment

A mustard seed shortage is driving up prices and could leave some store shelves with scant supply before the new harvest hits markets this fall, industry experts say.
Explosion of mites leads to worst loss of Canada's bee colonies in 20 years

Explosion of mites leads to worst loss of Canada's bee colonies in 20 years

FREDERICTON — Nearly half of Canada's honeybee colonies didn't survive the winter, the largest rate of colony loss in the country in the last 20 years, according to preliminary data.
Saskatchewan fertilizer company Nutrien to acquire Brazilian retailer Casa do Adubo

Saskatchewan fertilizer company Nutrien to acquire Brazilian retailer Casa do Adubo

SASKATOON — Nutrien Ltd. says it has entered into a deal to buy Brazilian company Casa do Adubo S.A.
BHP working to bring Jansen potash mine into operation earlier than expected

BHP working to bring Jansen potash mine into operation earlier than expected

SASKATOON — BHP says it is working to bring its Jansen potash mine into operation sooner than expected. The company says it is working to bring forward Stage 1 first production at the Saskatchewan mine to 2026.
Trudeau tours B.C. cherry farm, where weather events have affected crop

Trudeau tours B.C. cherry farm, where weather events have affected crop

KELOWNA, B.C. — The prime minister got a first-hand look at how heat and wildfires in British Columbia last year combined with mild temperatures in the earlier months of 2022 have left fruit growers with a lighter than normal crop.
Abnormally dry conditions affecting farmers' crops in southwestern Ontario

Abnormally dry conditions affecting farmers' crops in southwestern Ontario

Crispin Colvin has spent the last few weeks watching some of his crops die of thirst.
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