Crop market risk of the future includes climate change: Ag in Motion video
Farms may be getting more productive, but climate change is increasing production risk, according to Bruce Burnett, director of weather and markets for Glacer FarmMedia.
Burnett took the stage during the 2026 Ag in Motion farm show near Langham, Sask., in July. Farmers gathered to hear Burnett’s latest take on markets and circumstances facing their operations and harvests.
Burnett’s comments in a later interview reflect questions raised during the show.
WHY IT MATTERS: Farmers are being told to expect more climate volatility, which would further shake up markets.
Northern growing regions may actually benefit from a volatile climate, while drought risk is expected to intensify elsewhere, he said. That means Canada’s reliability as a supplier could become more valuable.
That also brings some broader lessons for a future grain market. Climate uncertainty can move prices before crop losses are confirmed, creating marketing opportunities before the production outcome is known, Burnett noted.
Watch the video below for Burnett’s full comments.
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