May 21st 2026 - Johnstons Grain

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Grain Marketing Update

Western Canadian grain markets continue to grind lower this week as heavy global supplies, improved South American production, and steady Black Sea exports weigh on futures markets. Canola futures have struggled to hold gains despite solid domestic crush demand, while wheat markets remain under pressure from abundant world stocks and competitive Russian export pricing. Barley and feed grain values across the Prairies have also softened as livestock demand remains steady but not aggressive.

In Alberta, feed barley and feed wheat markets are seeing cautious movement with producers continuing to hold grain in anticipation of stronger summer basis opportunities. Southern Alberta has generally maintained stronger cash bids due to feedlot demand and tighter nearby movement, while canola basis levels remain firm in pockets where crushers are actively sourcing tonnes. Moisture conditions across much of the province have improved compared to earlier spring concerns, helping support optimism for crop establishment heading into the growing season.

Saskatchewan continues to be the focal point for wheat and durum trade activity. Durum prices have stabilized somewhat after recent weakness, supported by export demand into North Africa and improving movement programs. Spring wheat bids remain historically respectable despite futures pressure, with exporters continuing to move significant volumes through the West Coast. Producers are closely watching weather forecasts, as a large portion of the province still requires timely rains to support yield potential. Wheat exports from Canada remain ahead of last year’s pace, helping underpin prairie cash bids.

Manitoba markets remain more closely tied to corn and soybean movement, although canola continues to dominate grower attention. Basis opportunities for old crop canola have improved slightly in select areas as crushers attempt to maintain strong processing margins. Corn values have remained relatively steady, supported by domestic feed demand and firm U.S. futures. Seeding progress across Manitoba has generally advanced well under favourable conditions, with early crop emergence looking strong in many regions.

Across all three Prairie provinces, the biggest market driver moving forward will be weather. With global grain inventories remaining comfortable, the market currently lacks a strong bullish catalyst. Any significant heat or moisture stress across Western Canada or the U.S. Northern Plains could quickly shift market sentiment higher. Until then, grain companies and end users appear content to buy hand-to-mouth, keeping rallies limited and basis levels extremely important to producer returns.

From a marketing perspective, many analysts continue encouraging disciplined incremental sales on rallies while maintaining flexibility for potential summer weather markets. Export demand for Canadian wheat remains solid, but large projected carryout stocks for many crops continue to cap upside potential heading into the 2026-27 crop year.

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Johnstons Grain is currently seeking a Casual Driver to support our team during our busy season in Welwyn!
What we’re looking for:

Valid Class 1A Drivers License
Flexible availability; varying shift
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Reliable & Safety Focused

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic agricultural logistics team during peak season. To apply or learn more about this current role please send a copy of your resume and cover letter to: hr@johnstonsgrain.com

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Glufosinate 200: $7.89/L

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Company Directory

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
2026-05-20	Yellow Mustard	#1	$0.40/lb FOB Farm	Approx Gross 210mt (7lds x 30mt)	Turin, AB	06/01/26 – 07/17/26
2026-05-20	Maple Peas	#2's,	$11.50/Bushel Delivered	Approx. Gross 544 Mt	Midale, SK	05/20/26 – 06/30/26
2026-05-20	Feed Wheat	Red wheat, >58 lbs, <14.5% Moisture, <1 ppm vomi	$7.15/Bushel FOB Farm	Approx. Gross 44 Mt	Moosomin, SK	05/24/26 – 05/30/26

Total Tonnage: 798MT

Johnstons Connected

Origin	Commodity	Product Type	Grade	Price	Volume	Ship Begin	Ship End	Delivery Type	Destination
Canada	Wheat	Red Only	Feed	CAD $308.65 / MT	215 MT	2026-06-01	2026-06-30	FOB Farm	Didsbury, AB, CAN
Canada	Barley	–	Feed	CAD $308.00 / MT	344 MT	2026-09-01	2026-12-31	Delivered	Lethbridge, AB, CAN
Canada	Barley	–	Feed	CAD $308.00 / MT	1032 MT	2026-09-01	2026-12-31	Delivered	Lethbridge, AB, CAN

Total Tonnage: 1,591MT

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Currency Update

USD into CAD: $1.3787
CAD into USD:$0.7253

Commodities Update(USD$)

Aug’26 Live Cattle: $243.875
Aug’26 Lean Hogs: $101.150
Oil (WTI): $102.37
Oil (WCS): $78.56
Gold: $4,497.77
Silver: $74.73
Bitcoin: $77,264.00
Ethereum: $2,116.46

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New Crop Pricing: 2026/27

Alberta | Saskatchewan | Manitoba

2026 New Crop Pricing!

FEED BARLEY

Min: 48lbs | AB
$5.50-6.00/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Min: 48lbs | SK
$4.85-5.00/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Min: 48lbs | MB
$4.85-5.00/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Malt Barley | AB,SK,MB
No bid

BEANS

Black Beans
No Bid

Cranberry Beans
No Bid

Great Northern Beans
No Bid

Fababeans
Call For Bid

Pinto Beans
No Bid

CANARY SEED

#1 Canada
$0.19-0.20/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec
AB | SK

CANOLA

Conventional Canola |Alberta
Call For Bid

Conventional Canola | Saskatchewan
Call For Bid

Conventional Canola | Manitoba
Call For Bid

Non-Gmo Canola | AB,SK,MB
Call For Bid

CHICKPEAS

Kabuli Chickpeas
#2 Canada: $0.24-0.25/lb
FOB Farm for Sept-Dec
Max 20% 7mm, Min 40% 9mm

Desi Chickpeas
Call for bid

Note: The following new crop offers are subject to an Act of God (AOG) clause and include a First Right of Refusal provision talk to your trusted broker at Johnstons Grain for more information

CORN

Alberta
#2 YC: Offer Lethbridge Area
FOB Farm: Oct-Dec

#2 YC: Offer Lethbridge Area
FOB Farm: Jan-Mar 2027

#2 YC: Offer Lethbridge Area
FOB Farm: April-June 2027

Saskatchewan
Call For Bid

Manitoba
#2 YC: $5.50-5.60/bu
Oct-Dec 2026

#2 YC: $5.60-5.80/bu
FOB Farm: Jan-Mar 2027

#2 YC: $5.75-5.85/bu
FOB Farm: April-June 2027

#2 YC: $5.85-6.00/bu
FOB Farm: June-July 2027

SUBJECT TO RECONFIRMATION

FLAX

Disclaimer: Bids and buyer offers are currently limited; your best opportunity to secure a deal is by listing your new crop offer through the Johnstons Connected trading platform: Johnston’s Connected Home Page . Please include Acres, desired AOG coverage (10-15bu/ac) & delivery period on your offer.

Brown Flax | AB
#1CW: NO BID
FOB Farm Sept-Dec 2026

#1CW:NO BID | AB
FOB Farm Jan-Mar 2027

Brown Flax | SK
#1CW:$16.50-17.00
FOB Farm Jan-Mar 2027

#1CW:$17.25-17.50 | SK
FOB Farm Apr-June 2027

#1CW:$17.75-18.25 | SK
FOB Farm July-Sept 2027

Brown Flax | MB
#1CW:$16.75-17.25
FOB Farm Jan-Mar 2027

Yellow Flax | AB
#1CW: CALL FOR BID
FOB FARM Sept-Dec

Yellow Flax | SK
#1CW: CALL FOR BID
FOB FARM Sept-Dec

Yellow Flax | MB
#1CW: CALL FOR BID
FOB FARM Sept-Dec

Note: The following new crop offers are subject to an Act of God (AOG) clause and include a First Right of Refusal provision talk to your trusted broker at Johnstons Grain for more information.

LENTILS

Large Greens (Lairds)| AB
#2 Canada: $0.23-0.24/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Large Greens (Lairds) | SK
#2 Canada: $0.24-0.25/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec
minimal demand

Medium Greens (Richleas )| AB
#1 Richleas: $0.13-0.14/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Medium Greens (Richleas) | SK
#1 Richleas: $0.13-0.14/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Small Greens (Estons) | AB
#1 Canada: $0.19-0.20/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Small Greens (Estons) | SK
#1 Canada: $0.20-0.21/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Red Lentils | AB
#2 Canada: $0.20-0.22/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Red Lentils | SK
#2 Canada: $0.22-0.23/lb
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

French Green Lentils | AB
#1 Can: $0.19-0.20/lb
FOB Farm Sept Dec

French Green Lentils | SK
#1 Can: $0.19-0.20/lb
FOB Farm Sept-Dec

Beluga Lentils | AB,SK,MB
Call for Bid

Note: The following new crop offers are subject to an Act of God (AOG) clause and include a First Right of Refusal provision talk to your trusted broker at Johnstons Grain for more information.

MUSTARD

Yellow Mustard | AB
#1 Canada: $0.39-0.40/lb
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Yellow Mustard |SK
#1 Canada: $0.39-0.40/lb
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Brown Mustard | AB
#1 Canada: $0.32-0.34/lb
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Brown Mustard | SK
#1 Canada: $0.34-0.35/lb
FOB farm for Sept-Dec
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Oriental Mustard | AB
#1 Canada: $0.32-0.34/lb
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Variety Dependent*
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Oriental Mustard | SK
#1 Canada: $0.33-0.34/lb
FOB farm Sept-Dec
Variety Dependent*
Premiums for 2027 Delivery

Note: The following new crop offers are subject to an Act of God (AOG) clause and include a First Right of Refusal provision talk to your trusted broker at Johnstons Grain for more information.

OATS

Milling Oats | AB
(Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.00-3.25/bu
FOB Far: Sept-Dec
Freight area sensitive*

Milling Oats | SK
(Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.00-3.25/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec
Freight area sensitive*

Milling Oats | MB
(Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.25-3.50/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec
freight area sensitive*

PEAS

Yellow Peas | AB
#2 Canada: $7.00-7.50/bu
FOB Farm Sept-Dec
Splits: Buyer Dependent

Yellow Peas | SK
#2 Canada: $7.00-7.50/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Yellow Peas | MB
#2 Canada: $7.50-7.85/bu
min: (24%) Protein
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec
*Tariff Clause for Termination: Ask your broker*

Green Peas | AB
#2 Canada: $8.00-8.50/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Green Peas | SK
#2 Canada: $8.00-8.50/bu
FOB Farm: Sept-Dec

Maple Peas | AB
Mosaic: $10.50/bu
Acers: $10.50/bu
Blazers: $10.50/bu
FOB Farm: Aug-Sept

Maple Peas | SK
Mosaic: $10.00/bu
Acers: $10.00/bu
Blazers: $10.00/bu
FOB Farm: Aug-Sept

Note: The following new crop offers are subject to an Act of God (AOG) clause and include a First Right of Refusal provision talk to your trusted broker at Johnstons Grain for more information.

RYE

Hybrid Rye | AB,SK,MB
No Bid

Open-Pollinated Rye | AB,SK,MB
No Bid

WHEAT

#1 CWRS 13.5% | AB,SK,MB
No bid

#1 CWAD (Durum) |AB,SK,MB
Call For Bid

Feed Wheat | AB,SK,MB
No Bid

Triticale | AB,SK,MB
No Bid

Grain Bid Update

BARLEY

Feed Barley	FOB Farm (May-June)
Medicine Hat, AB	$5.85-$6.00
Red Deer, AB	$5.60-$5.95
Edmonton, AB	$5.45-$5.70
Swift Current, SK	$5.65-$5.90
Saskatoon, SK	$5.50-$5.75
Regina, SK	$5.50-$5.75
Yorkton, SK	$5.25-$5.65
Estevan, SK	$5.45-$5.70
Brandon, MB	$5.25-$5.50

Southern Alberta Feed Barley (Delivered)
May: $320
June: $320
July: $320
Sept-Dec $300

Malt Barley
No bid

CANARY SEED

#1 Canada
$0.18-0.19/bu
FOB Farm May-June

CANOLA
*We are always looking for tough, green, sprouted or heated canola. Please reach out with any offers*

Conventional Canola
$16.50-$17.00/bu | Delivered
Southern-Alberta
Prompt

Conventional Canola
$14.45-$15.00/bu
FOB Farm May-July
Southeast Saskatchewan

Closing Futures Prices
July 2026 Futures: $750.30
Nov 2026 Futures: $759.00

Non-Gmo Canola (Clearfield)
June: Call For Bid
July: Call For Bid
August: Call For Bid

CHICKPEAS

Kabuli Chickpeas
#2 Canada: $0.26-0.27/lb
FOB Farm for May-July
Max 10% 7mm, Min 30% 9mm

Feed/Sample Kabuli
$0.09-0.10/Lb
FOB Farm May Forward

Desi Chickpeas
Call for bid

CORN

#2CW Corn MB FOB Farm
May-July: $5.30/bu
Aug-Sept: $5.55/bu
Oct-Dec: $5.25-5.50/bu

Closing Futures Prices
July 26′ Futures: $465-0
Sept 26′ Futures: $471-2
Dec 26′ Futures: $487-4

Southern AB Corn (Delivered)
May: $288
June: $291
July: $291
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: Call For Bid
FOB Farm for May Forward | SK & Parts of MB
Possibly Into June & Beyond

#1 Canada: $17.75-18.25/bu
FOB Farm May | AB

Yellow Flax
#1 Canada: $24.00-24.50/bu
FOB Farm May | AB

#1 Canada: Call For Bid
FOB Farm May | SK
Possibly Into June & Beyond

LENTILS

Large Greens (Lairds)
#2 Canada: $0.215-0.225/lb
FOB Farm for May forward

Medium Greens (Richleas)
#1 Canada: $0.12-0.13/lb
FOB Farm June-Aug

Small Greens (Estons)
#1 Canada: $0.17-$0.18/lb
FOB Farm for May forward

Red Lentils
#2 Canada: $0.24-0.25/lb
FOB Farm for May
Southern-AB & S.W SK

Feed Lentils
$0.11-0.12/lb
FOB farm May

French Green Lentils
#1 Can: $0.20-0.22/lb
FOB Farm June-July

Beluga Lentils (Black)
Call for Bid

MUSTARD

Yellow Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.38-0.39/lb
FOB farm for May-July
Saskatchewan
Premiums for August movement

Brown Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.34-0.35/lb
FOB farm for May-July

Oriental Mustard
#1 Canada: $0.35-0.36/lb
FOB farm for May-Aug
Freight Area Sensitive*

OATS

Milling Oats (Min: 42Lb/Bu)
$3.30-3.70/bu
FOB Farm May-July | Southeast Sk | West MB
freight area sensitive*

Feed Oats (38-40Lb/Bu)
$2.25-$2.60/bu
FOB Farm May & Beyond
Discounts for lighter product
Freight area sensitive

Closing Futures Prices
July 2026 Futures: $362-6
Sept 2026 Futures: $370-0

PEAS

Yellow Peas
#2 Canada: $9.25/bu
Delivered Alberta Facility

#2 Canada: $7.50-7.75/bu
FOB Farm May
Eastern Sk | Western MB
Subject to reconfirmation

Green Peas
#2 Canada: Call For Bid

Maple Peas
Mosaic: No Bid
Acers: No Bid
Blazers: No Bid
FOB farm April-May,
Subject to Reconfirmation

Feed Peas
Call For Bid
FOB farm May: AB/SK/MB

RYE

Hybrid Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm May Forward

Open-Pollinated Rye
Call For Bid
FOB farm May Forward

SOYBEANS

Soybeans
US #2 or better:
$14.45-$14.60/bu
FOB Farm May-July
SE SK & SW Manitoba
Higher values available closer to Winnipeg*

Closing Futures Prices
July 26′ Futures: $1197-2
Aug 26′ Futures: $1197-0
Nov 26′ Futures: $1190-2

WHEAT

#1 CWRS 13.5% Pro:
$9.00/bu Delivered
Southern-Alberta
May

#1 CPS 11.0% Pro
$8.50/bu Delivered
Southern -Alberta
May

#1 CWAD (Durum)
Call For Bid

Feed Wheat
$6.50-$7.00/bu
FOB Farm: Most Areas*

Triticale
$205-$215/mt
FOB Farm May & Beyond