Canola Industry Statement on China’s Extension of Anti-Dumping Investigation Into Canadian Canola Seed Imports

Winnipeg, Manitoba – Today, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced that it has extended its anti-dumping investigation into canola seed imports from Canada until March 9, 2026. The anti-dumping investigation was initiated on September 9, 2024, and was due to be completed within a year, with the possibility of an extension of up to six months.

The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) and Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) are hopeful this extension signals a willingness by the Canadian and Chinese governments to work towards a timely resolution to the tariff issues having widespread impact on the Canadian canola value chain.

With farmers currently in the field harvesting this year’s crop, the need for action by government is urgent.

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