Recent discussions between the governments of Canada and China have resulted in some media regarding the trade in canola. The Canola Council of Canada has issued the following statement.
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Action needed as anniversary of China canola trade dispute approaches
As the first anniversary of China’s decision to block imports of Canadian canola approaches, the Canola Council of Canada (CCC) is calling on the federal government to resolve the dispute and to support industry diversification efforts.
Read moreCanola Council supports Government of Canada’s request for WTO consultations with China
Today’s announcement of the Government of Canada’s formal request for consultations with China under the World Trade Organization agreement is welcomed by the canola industry.
Read moreCCC statement on the appointment of an Ambassador to China
We’re very pleased to see a well-respected business leader who knows agri-food appointed as Ambassador to China. Mr. Barton has been clear on how agri-food is a key driver of Canadian growth. We look forward to working with Mr. Barton to restore canola exports, which has been Canada’s number one export to China.
Read moreJoining forces to drive canola’s value and access to international markets
The joint investment of federal government and industry to support market access and development activities is critical to building canola’s value and growth potential for the future, says Canola Council of Canada president Jim Everson.
Read moreHelpful support for canola producers
Today’s announcement that canola producers will be supported during uncertainty is welcomed news for the canola sector. While market access issues continue to block canola exports to China, Canada’s single largest export to that market, early action to support growers will help until the issues are resolved and canola markets are diversified.
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