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WASDE SUMMARY: August 12 2026
Wheat Outlook – 26/27
U.S. Wheat: The outlook tightened this month, with production lowered by 5 million bushels to 1.531 billion bushels, primarily due to reductions in Hard Red Winter wheat and Durum. Ending stocks are projected at 717 million bushels, down 22% from last year. Tighter supplies and a lower stocks-to-use ratio pushed the projected season-average farm price $0.20 higher to $6.20/bu.
Global Wheat
World supplies are slightly higher due to larger beginning stocks, despite reduced production in the EU, UK, and Brazil. Hot summer conditions negatively affected European yields. Global consumption is essentially steady, with increased wheat feeding in the EU offsetting lower food and industrial use.Global trade is forecast slightly lower at 212.7 million tonnes, largely because of reduced Russian and Ukrainian exports amid Black Sea and Sea of Azov logistical disruptions. Canadian and Kazakh exports are expected to increase partially in response.
Bottom line: The U.S. wheat balance sheet is becoming tighter and more supportive of prices, while the global market remains comparatively well supplied. Reduced U.S. stocks and uncertainty surrounding Black Sea exports provide bullish support, but higher global ending stocks could limit upside.
Soybean & Oilseed Outlook – 26/27
U.S. Soybeans: The outlook is slightly more abundant, with soybean production increased 44 million bushels to 4.5 billion bushels. Harvested acreage rose to 85.8 million acres, more than offsetting a slightly lower projected yield of 52.7 bu/ac. Total soybean supplies increased by 39 million bushels.
Demand remains strong, particularly from processing. U.S. soybean crush was raised 30 million bushels to 2.78 billion bushels, supported by strong crush margins and increased demand for soybean meal and oil. Soybean meal exports were also increased to 22.7 million short tons on strong global demand. U.S. soybean exports remain unchanged, while ending stocks increased slightly to 320 million bushels. Despite the larger crop, the season-average soybean price remains unchanged at $11.40/bu, with soybean meal at $310/ton and soybean oil at $0.70/lb.
Global Oilseeds
Global soybean production is slightly higher, with increased U.S. production partially offset by a smaller Ukrainian crop. The Global soybean crush is also higher, while ending stocks increased modestly to 124.2 million tonnes. For other oilseeds, hot and dry conditions reduced EU sunflower production, while Canadian canola production increased 0.5 million tonnes to 22.5 million tonnes following generally favourable Prairie growing conditions.
Bottom line: The soybean market has more U.S. supply, but also strong domestic processing demand. Larger production and ending stocks could limit price upside, while robust crush demand and strong global demand for soybean meal provide underlying support. Canadian canola prospects have also improved, adding additional oilseed supply to the market.
Corn Outlook – 26/27
U.S. Corn: The outlook has tightened despite production remaining strong. U.S. corn production is forecast at 16.0 billion bushels, potentially the second-largest crop on record. Increased harvested acreage was largely offset by a lower yield forecast of 180.7 bu/ac, down 2.3 bu/ac from last month.
Demand is strengthening, led by exports. U.S. corn exports were increased 75 million bushels to 3.3 billion, reflecting stronger global demand and reduced export availability from Ukraine. Beginning stocks were also lowered due to stronger 2025/26 exports. With demand rising faster than supply, U.S. ending stocks are projected 137 million bushels lower at 1.7 billion bushels. The season-average farm price increased $0.10 to $4.50/bu, reflecting the tighter supply outlook.
Global Corn
Foreign corn production increased, with larger crops expected in Russia, Ukraine and Zambia, partially offset by reduced EU production due to extreme heat and dry conditions. U.S. exports are expected to benefit from lower export availability from Ukraine and the EU. Global corn ending stocks declined slightly to 274.7 million tonnes, despite higher stocks in several exporting countries.
Bottom line: The corn outlook has become more supportive for prices. Although the U.S. is still expecting a very large crop, lower yields, reduced beginning stocks, stronger exports and declining ending stocks are tightening the balance sheet. Strong export demand will be a key factor to watch going forward.
Source: U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE-674), August 12, 2026. Market commentary has been summarized and interpreted from USDA WASDE data.
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Prairie Harvest Report: August 11 2026
Harvest activity is beginning across the Canadian Prairies, led by southern Saskatchewan and Alberta. Winter cereals and forage crops are currently making up most of the harvested acres, while early-seeded spring crops are rapidly approaching maturity. Although broad-scale harvest of wheat, durum, canola and other major spring crops has not yet begun.
Alberta
Harvest activity is beginning in southern Alberta, while most of the province’s major spring-seeded crops remain in the late stages of development. Early cereals and forage crops are starting to come off in southern areas, which are currently the most advanced part of the province. Large-scale combining of spring wheat, barley, canola and other major crops has yet to develop.
Overall crop conditions remain relatively favorable and as of August 4, 58% of Alberta’s major crops were rated good to excellent, compared with the five-year average of 43%. Conditions are strongest in the South, at 77% good to excellent, followed by the Central region at 69%. Drying soil conditions, particularly in southern Alberta, should help crops advance toward maturity and allow harvest activity to increase over the coming weeks.
Harvest status: Early stages, with southern Alberta leading.
Crops to watch: Winter cereals, barley and other early cereals, followed by spring wheat and canola.
Saskatchewan
Is currently the most advanced of the three Prairie provinces, particularly in the southwest.Approximately 2% of the provincial crop has been harvested, increasing to roughly 5% in southwestern Saskatchewan. Winter cereals are leading harvest progress, with approximately 7% of winter wheat and 21% of fall rye harvested provincially. In the southwest, progress is considerably further ahead, with approximately 22% of winter wheat and 36% of fall rye harvested.
Warm and dry conditions have accelerated crop development across Saskatchewan. Early-seeded crops are nearing maturity in many areas, meaning harvest should begin expanding from winter cereals into pulses and spring cereals. The likely progression will be from fall rye and winter wheat into early peas and lentils, followed by barley, durum and spring wheat, with canola becoming more significant later in the harvest period.
Harvest status: Underway, with the southwest clearly leading.
Crops currently moving: Fall rye and winter wheat.
Manitoba
Harvest has also begun in Manitoba, although broad-scale grain harvest remains to be seen. Fall rye harvest is underway, with straw being baled behind harvested fields. Producers are also harvesting cereal silage and green feed. Most spring wheat, barley, oats and canola remain in the field and are approaching maturity.
Compared with southwestern Saskatchewan, Manitoba remains at an earlier stage of its grain harvest. Activity should increase as cereals mature and conditions allow producers to move from forage and winter cereal harvest into the major spring-seeded crops.
Harvest status: Early stages.
Crops currently moving: Fall rye, cereal silage and green feed.
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CHEMICAL BASE PRICING:
Glyphosate 540: $5.99/L
Glufosinate 150: $4.49/L
Glufosinate 200: $7.99/L
Diquat 240: $7.99/L
Imazamox+Bentazon: $30.09/L
- 500L or 1000L Totes (Subject to Availability)
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Company Directory & Locations
Crop Protection
Calgary Northeast (Calgary Office): Garrett Forster – (604) 613-8813 (garrett.forster@johnstonsgrain.com)
Calgary South (Calgary Office): Kurt Paskal – (403) 899-0308 (kurt@johnstonsgrain.com)
Edmonton, AB Area: Devan Launer – (780) 239-4786 (devan@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Northwest, SK (Lashburn): Kylar Hope – (306) 361-0053 (kylar@johnstonsgrain.com)
Central Sask–Lucky Lake: Adam Sheppard – (306) 858-3002 (adam@johnstonsgrain.com)
Southwest-Sask: Randy Adrian: (306) 294-0042 (randy@johnstonsgrain.com)
SE Sask & SW Man (Welwyn Office): Mark Rankin – (306) 434-8873 (mark@johnstonsgrain.com)
Sask & Mb: Karlee Stanhope – (306) 434-7637 (karlee@johnstonsrgrain.com)
Grain Brokerage
Allan Johnston | Founder of Johnstons Grain & Chief Grain Broker: (844) 324-7778
(allan@johnstonsgrain.com)
Garrett Forster | Sr Grain Broker – (604) 613-8813 (garrett.forster@johnstonsgrain.com)
Kurt Paskal | Sr Grain Broker – (403) 899-0308 (kurt@johnstonsgrain.com)
Karlee Stanhope | Sr Grain Broker – (306) 434-7637 (karlee@johnstonsgrain.com)
Carli Miller | Jr Grain Broker – (1833) 324-7778 (carli@johnstonsgrain.com)
Agronomists
Deepak Chaunkaria: (844) 324-7778 ( deepak@johnstonsgrain.com)
Randy Adrian: (306) 294-0042 (randy@johnstonsgrain.com)
Adam Sheppard: (306) 858-3002 (adam@johnstonsgrain.com)
Regenerative Agronomy
Dr. Clemence Muitire, PHD Soil Science | Director of Regenerative Agronomy: (403) 585-3518 (clemence@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Frank Koch, Regenerative Agronomist: (587) 678-4699 (frank@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Travis Albrecht, Director of Johnston’s Regenerative: (403) 502-6332 (travis@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Michael Launer, Director of Johnston’s Regenerative: (780) 232-0358 (michael@johnstonsregenerative.com)
Trades Update
Johnstons Grain
| Contract Date | Commodity | Grade | Price | Quantity | Seller Location | Shipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-13 | Oats | 2cw, | $3.10/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 185 Mt | Rossburn, MB | 08/13/26 – 08/31/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Yellow Peas | #2 or Better | $8.50/bu | Approx Gross 120mt | Vulcan, AB | 08/14/26 – 08/21/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Canola | 15-20% Heated, Dry | $14.25/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 34 Mt | Carnduff, SK | 08/13/26 – 08/21/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Soybeans | US #2 or better, Max 13% moisture, Min 54lb/bu, se… | 14.95 FOB Farm | APPROX GROSS: 30MT | Deloraine, MB | 08/13/26 – 08/31/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Canola | 6% Heated, <10% Moisture | $13.20/Bushel FOB Farm | Approx. Gross 23 Mt | Halbrite, SK | 08/13/26 – 08/31/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Green Peas | #2 or Better | 6.75/bu | approx gross: 150mt | Neudorf, SK | 08/13/26 – 08/31/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Yellow Peas | #2 Basis | $6.75/bu FOB Farm | Approx Gross : 484 mt (11 x 44 mt loads) | Roblin, MB | 08/14/26 – 08/31/26 |
| 2026-08-13 | Feed Barley | Feed, >48 lbs, <14.8% Moisture | $6/bu | Approx Gross 50mt | Calgary, AB | 08/13/26 – 08/28/26 |
Total Tonnage: 784MT
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Currency Update
USD into CAD: $1.3876
CAD into USD:$0.7207
Commodities Update(USD$)
Oct’26 Live Cattle: $217.175
Oct’26 Lean Hogs: $81.850
Oil (WTI): $81.63
Oil (WCS): $63.55
Gold: $4,391.82
Silver: $65.27
Bitcoin: $62,623.00
Ethereum: $1,870.52
Daily Joke
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Friday Riddle
What do you buy to eat but never consume?
Answer at end of Daily
Grain Bid Update
BARLEY
| Feed Barley | FOB Farm (August | Old Crop Only) |
| Medicine Hat, AB | $4.80-$5.25 |
| Red Deer, AB | $4.50-5.10$ |
| Edmonton, AB | $4.50-$5.00 |
| Swift Current, SK | $4.50-$4.85 |
| Saskatoon, SK | $4.35-$4.75 |
| Regina, SK | $4.45-$4.90 |
| Yorkton, SK | $4.50-$4.80 |
| Estevan, SK | $4.50-$4.80 |
| Brandon, MB | $4.00-$4.50 |
Southern Alberta Feed Barley (Delivered)
Aug: $255
Sept: $265
Oct-Dec: $280
Jan-Feb27: $290
Apr-July27:$308
Malt Barley
No bid
CANARY SEED
#1 Canada
$0.17-$0.18/Lb
FOB Farm Aug-Sept
#1 Canada
$0.175-$0.185/Lb
FOB Farm Oct-Nov
CANOLA
*We are always looking for tough, green, sprouted or heated canola. Please reach out with any offers*
Conventional Canola
$17.50/bu | Delivered
Southern-Alberta
Prompt
Conventional Canola
$17.00-$17.50/bu
FOB Farm Aug
Southeast Saskatchewan
Closing Futures Prices
Nov 2026 Futures: $816.70
Jan 2027 Futures: $823.80
Non-Gmo Canola (Clearfield)
July: Call For Bid
August: Call For Bid
CHICKPEAS
Kabuli Chickpeas
#2 Canada: $0.23-$0.24/lb
FOB Farm for Aug-Sept
Max 10% 7mm, Min 30% 9mm
Kabuli Chickpeas
#2 Canada: $0.24-$0.25/lb
FOB Farm for Oct-Nov
Max 10% 7mm, Min 30% 9mm
Feed/Sample Kabuli
$0.09-0.10/Lb
FOB Farm AUG Forward
Desi Chickpeas
Call for bid
CORN
#2CW Corn MB FOB Farm
Aug: $5.00-$5.50 | OLD CROP ONLY*
Aug-Sept: Call for bid
Oct-Dec: Call for bid
Closing Futures Prices
Sept 26′ Futures: $456-0
Dec 26′ Futures: $480-2
Mar 27′ Futures: $496-0
Southern AB Corn (FOB)
Aug: $292
Sept: $294
Oct-Dec: $302
Jan-Mar: $311
Basis Contracts Available*
BEANS
Black Beans
Call for bid
Cranberry Beans
Call for bid
Great Northern Beans
Call for bid
Fababeans
Call for bid
Pinto Beans
Call for bid
FLAX
Brown Flax
#1 Canada: $16.00/bu
Delivered AB Facility | August
OLD CROP ONLY*
Brown Flax
#1 Canada: Call For Bid
Saskatchewan | Manitoba
Yellow Flax
#1 Canada: $24.00/bu
Delivered AB Facility | August
OLD CROP ONLY*
LENTILS
Large Greens (Lairds)
#2 Canada: $0.18-$0.19/lb
FOB Farm for Aug-Sept
Large Greens (Lairds)
#2 Canada: $0.19-$0.20/lb
FOB Farm for Oct-Nov
Medium Greens (Richleas)
#1 Can: $0.12-0.13/Lb
FOB Farm Aug-Sept
Medium Greens (Richleas)
#1 Can: $0.13-0.14/Lb
FOB Farm Oct-Nov
Small Greens (Estons)
#1 Canada: $0.15-$0.16/lb
FOB Farm for Aug-Sept
Small Greens (Estons)
#1 Canada: $0.15-$0.16/lb
FOB Farm for Oct-Nov
Red Lentils
#2 Canada: $0.21-$0.20/Lb
FOB Farm for Aug-Sept
Call for applicable locations*
Red Lentils
#2 Canada: $0.20-$0.21/Lb
FOB Farm for Oct-Nov
Feed Lentils
$0.11-$0.12/lb
FOB farm July
French Green Lentils
#1 Can: $0.22-$0.23/Lb
FOB Farm Aug-Sept
Beluga Lentils (Black)
Call for Bid
MUSTARD
Yellow Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.34-$0.35/lb
FOB farm for Aug-Sept
Yellow Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.35-$0.36/lb
FOB farm for Oct-Nov
Brown Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.32-$0.33/Lb
FOB farm for Aug forward
Brown Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.33-$0.34/lb
FOB farm for Oct-Nov
Oriental Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.34-$0.35/lb
FOB farm for Aug-Sept
Variety Dependent*
Oriental Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.35-$0.36/lb
FOB farm for Oct-Nov
OATS
Milling Oats (Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.00-$3.25/bu
FOB Farm Aug forward | Southeast Sk | West MB
HIGHER Prices in MB!
Milling Oats (Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.50-$3.75/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Dec | Saskatchewan
Feed Oats (38-40Lb/Bu)
$2.00-$2.45/bu
FOB Farm Aug forward
Discounts for lighter product
Freight area sensitive
Feed Oats (38-40Lb/Bu)
$2.00-$2.75/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Dec
Discounts for lighter product
Closing Futures Prices
Sept 2026 Futures: $319-0
Dec 2026 Futures: $341-4
PEAS
Yellow Peas
#2 Canada: $6.25-$7.00/bu
FOB Farm Aug forward
Saskatchewan
Subject to Reconfirmation*
Yellow Peas
#2 Canada: $6.75-$7.25/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Dec
Saskatchewan
Yellow Peas
#2 Canada: Call For Bid
FOB Farm Aug-Sept
Alberta | GLYPHOSATE FREE
Green Peas
#2 Canada: $6.75-$7.25/bu
FOB Farm Aug forward
Saskatchewan
Green Peas
#2 Canada: Call For Bid
FOB Farm Oct-Nov
Saskatchewan
Maple Peas
Mosaic: Call For Bid
Acers: Call For Bid
Blazers: Call For Bid
FOB farm Oct-Nov
Subject to Reconfirmation
Feed Peas
Call For Bid
FOB farm Aug forward
AB | SK | MB
RYE
Hybrid Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm Aug
Hybrid Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Open-Pollinated Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm Aug
Open-Pollinated Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm Sept-Dec
SOYBEANS
Soybeans
US #2 or better:
$14.75-$15.25/bu
FOB Farm Aug forward
SE SK & SW Manitoba
Higher values available closer to Winnipeg*
Soybeans
US #2 or better:
$14.00-$14.40/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Dec
SE SK & SW Manitoba
Higher values available closer to Winnipeg*
Closing Futures Prices
Sept 26′ Futures: $1171-0
Nov 26′ Futures: $1186-2
Jan 26′ Futures: $1201-6
WHEAT
#1 CWRS 13.5% Pro:
$9.25/bu
Southern-Alberta
Aug
#1 CPS 11.0% Pro
$8.50/bu Delivered
Southern -Alberta
Aug forward
#1 CWAD (Durum)
Call For Bid
Feed Wheat
$6.00-$6.25/bu
FOB Farm
Aug forward
Feed Wheat
$6.00-$6.60/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Nov
Triticale
Call For Bid
Riddle Answer: Cutlery
