Canadian farmers reported stronger production for most major crops in 2025. Wheat, canola, barley, oats, peas and lentils all increased, while corn and soybeans declined. Overall, the year showed better yields than 2024, especially in Western Canada where timely rainfall late in the season boosted crop development.
These updated estimates from Statistics Canada offer useful insight for livestock producers who depend on grain and feed supplies.
Prairie Weather Turnaround Drives Better Yields
The growing season in Western Canada started with dryness, but conditions improved as rainfall arrived later in the summer. Because of this shift, many Prairie crops reached record or near-record yield levels. Harvest also moved ahead smoothly and finished close to the long-term average.
In Eastern Canada, however, rainfall stayed below normal. Combined with summer heat, these conditions reduced yields for several crops, especially corn and soybeans. Even so, most producers reported a timely harvest.
Wheat Sets a New National Record
Wheat was one of the strongest performers of the year. National wheat production grew 11.2% to reach 40.0 million tonnes, which set a new Canadian record.
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Spring wheat rose 10.3% because of higher yields.
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Durum wheat increased 11.8% with gains in both area and yield.
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Winter wheat climbed 17.0% as more acres were harvested.
Across Saskatchewan, Alberta and Manitoba, higher yields helped offset changes in acreage and lifted production overall.
Canola Production Climbs on Strong Yields
Canola production increased 13.3% to 21.8 million tonnes, surpassing the previous national record from 2017. Although harvested area dropped in some regions, good late-season moisture supported strong yield growth:
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Saskatchewan yields increased 15.9%.
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Alberta yields increased 16.1%.
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Manitoba yields increased 11.4%.
As a result, all three Prairie provinces reported higher canola production.
Corn Production Drops as Eastern Heat Limits Yields
Corn for grain fell 3.1% to 14.9 million tonnes. Even though harvested area grew slightly, yields declined due to dry, hot conditions in Eastern Canada.
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Ontario production fell 1.4%.
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Quebec production dropped 18.3%.
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Manitoba production rose 22.5% because both acreage and yields increased.
Soybean Output Declines
Soybean production decreased 10.2% to 6.8 million tonnes. Lower yields in Ontario and Quebec led the decline, although Manitoba recorded a production increase.
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Ontario: –18.2%
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Quebec: –15.6%
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Manitoba: +12.3% (higher acreage supported growth)
Barley and Oats Strengthen on Higher Yields
Feed-related crops also improved in 2025:
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Barley production rose 19.4%.
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Oats production increased 16.7%.
Higher yields drove both increases, offering encouraging feed availability for the beef and dairy sectors heading into 2026.
What This Means for Livestock Producers
These crop results suggest helpful supply trends for feed users:
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Strong wheat, canola, barley and oat supplies should support feed availability and price stability.
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Eastern dryness may influence local corn and soybean markets.
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Record Prairie yields may help balance regional gaps.
As the season moves forward, producers can expect more updates when Statistics Canada releases stock and acreage data in early 2026.
More Information
You can read the full Statistics Canada release for additional provincial details and the complete dataset.
https://www150.statcan.gc.ca/n1/daily-quotidien/251204/dq251204a-eng.htm
