The Canadian canola industry is disappointed with the support measures announced by the federal government in response to the closure of the Chinese market to Canadian canola seed, oil and meal. The announced measures fall short of what is required to support the industry during this unprecedented trade disruption. “We are discouraged with the government’s … Read more
The Grain Growers of Canada and the Canadian Canola Growers Association are pleased to see that the government has taken a step forward in modernizing the Canadian Grain Commission, as highlighted by legislation that was tabled in the House of Commons on Oct. 18, 2012. One of the necessary changes included in the bill, is … Read more
Grains and oilseed producers, maltsters and canola crushers are calling on the Government of Canada to re-engage South Korea in free trade talks immediately, to ensure Canadian exports are not lost to competitors. Trade talks between Canada and South Korea have been stalled since 2008. The Canadian Canola Growers Association says that without a trade … Read more
