Minister MacAulay Responds to China's Anti-Dumping Investigation on Canola

On September 9, 2024, the Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, issued a statement regarding China's initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed exports. The investigation will cover the period from January 1 to December 31, 2023.

Minister MacAulay expressed concern about this announcement and emphasized the government's commitment to supporting the agriculture sector in accessing markets for their products. He stated that Canadian canola producers adhere to high standards and robust inspection systems.

The statement included several key facts about the canola industry in Canada:

• Approximately 43,000 Canadian farmers grow canola, which is one of the most widely cultivated crops in the country.
• Canola is Canada's second-largest acreage crop, with over 21 million acres produced annually, generating $13.6 billion in farm cash receipts in 2023.
• The canola value chain contributes $29.9 billion to the economy and supports 207,000 jobs annually.
• China is the largest destination for Canadian canola seed, with exports totaling over 4.5 million tonnes valued at CA$3.8 billion in 2023, followed by Japan and Mexico.

The Minister stated that he will continue to monitor the situation closely and engage with provincial and territorial partners, as well as industry stakeholders, to address these developments.