Canada to Expand Wheat Acreage While Reducing Canola in 2025

Canadian farmers are expected to increase wheat acreage while slightly reducing canola plantings in 2025, according to Statistics Canada’s latest survey. This shift reflects market trends, profitability concerns, and evolving global demand for key crops.

Wheat Acreage Set to Grow

Farmers are projected to expand wheat plantings by 2.6% to 27.475 million acres, driven by strong global demand for high-quality wheat. Durum wheat acreage is expected to remain stable at 6.367 million acres.

Canola Plantings to Decline

In contrast, canola acreage is forecast to decrease by 1.7% to 21.646 million acres. This decline aligns with trade expectations and is due to lower profitability compared to other crop options.

Other Crop Acreage Adjustments

Regional Crop Trends

• Ontario, Canada’s largest soybean-producing province, will see a 7.8% decline in soybean acreage.
• Corn plantings in Ontario are projected to increase by 5%, supporting the overall 3.2% national growth in corn acreage.
• Saskatchewan will see a rise in barley acreage, while national barley plantings are expected to decline.

Market Considerations Shaping 2025 Planting Decisions

Farmers are adjusting their crop choices based on profitability, global demand, and expected returns. The rise in wheat and pulse crop acreage reflects stronger demand, while declines in canola, barley, and lentils indicate less favorable market conditions.

These shifts in acreage will play a key role in shaping Canada’s agricultural output for the 2025 season, with wheat production likely to be a major focus in response to growing global demand.