Press Releases May 4, 2026 10:30 AM

CN Reports April Grain Movement

CN Sets New Monthly Record in Grain Movement for April 2026

By Avery Klein CNR
CN Reports April Grain Movement
CNR

Canadian National Railway Company (CN) announced a new monthly record by moving 3.2 million metric tonnes of grain in April 2026, marking the seventh record month in eight strong months for grain transportation. CN's efficient operations and steady export demand have enabled this record-setting volume, supporting the agricultural supply chain in Western Canada as seeding season begins.

Key Points

  • CN moved a record 3.2 million metric tonnes of grain in April 2026, the seventh monthly record this crop year.
  • Strong network performance and efficient operations across Canada and the US are enabling sustained export demand and volume growth.
  • CN is focusing on reliable service and capacity planning to meet ongoing demand through the seeding season and upcoming crop year.

MONTREAL, May 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- CN (TSX: CNR) (NYSE: CNI) announced today that in April it moved 3.2 million metric tonnes of grain from Western Canada, again setting a new monthly record for grain movement.  That makes eight months of strong performance for this crop year, with seven months being new monthly records.  CN's strong network performance is enabling a record-setting volume pace as a result of the steady export demand, the available grain and CN's efficient operations across both export corridors and within Canada and the US.

As farmers across Western Canada enter the seeding season, CN remains focused on providing consistent and reliable service to support the agricultural supply chain. The Company continues to work closely with customers and supply chain partners to ensure capacity is in place to meet ongoing demand and position the network for the upcoming crop year.

About CN
CN powers the economy by safely transporting more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year for its customers. With its nearly 20,000-mile rail network and related transportation services, CN connects Canada’s Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. Midwest and the U.S. Gulf Coast, contributing to sustainable trade and the prosperity of the communities in which it operates since 1919.

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Risks

  • Continued demand depends on steady export markets which can be affected by global economic conditions, impacting transportation volume.
  • Operational disruptions such as logistical challenges or infrastructure constraints could affect CN's ability to maintain service levels.
  • Agricultural sector risks, including weather conditions affecting crop yields, could influence grain movement volumes.

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