Net income climbs 13% in first quarter.

Drought stress, freeze damage, disease, viral impacts suspected.

January-March gain was first in six quarters.

Production up from first and final quarters of 2023.

Malterie Frontenac has experience in brewing, baking markets.

Spring planting, growing season weather key going forward this season.

Family flour price climbs in month.

IGC revises 2023-24 volume 600,000 tonnes higher to 15.1 million.

Many key markets are moving, but in opposite directions. 

Company also expanding its shipping capabilities.