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Grain Growers of Canada Welcomes New Cabinet, Urges Immediate Action on Trade and Tax Relief
May 13, 2025 (Ottawa, ON) – Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) welcomes the appointment of Canada’s new federal Cabinet and urges […]
GGC Welcomes New Federal Government, Urges Immediate Action on Key Farm Priorities
April 29, 2025 – Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) welcomes Prime Minister Mark Carney and all Members of Parliament elected to […]
2024 Canola Week Recap
In December, the canola industry hosted its annual Canola Week conference with agronomists, researchers, and farmers in attendance from across Western Canada who learned insights from Canadian, North American, and global experts.
Canola industry responds to U.S. tariff announcement
April 3, 2025 – As part of his announcement regarding tariff implementation in support of the U.S. economy and national security, President Donald Trump indicated that Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) compliant goods, which includes Canadian-produced canola and canola products, will not presently be subject to tariffs.
SaskOilseeds advocates for farmers during canola demand crisis
March 17, 2025 - Time is of the essence, Canadian farmers' livelihood is at stake. SaskOilseeds urges the Canadian government to immediately engage with Chinese officials to resolve impending tariffs ahead of a probable federal election.
2025 Sask Crops Forum Recap
In January, the Saskatchewan Crop Commissions hosted the Saskatchewan Crops Forum at the Western Development Museum in Saskatoon. The new farmer-focused event featured Commission AGMs, keynote speakers, and a live podcast taping. Farmers from across the province, industry experts, and thought leaders came together to celebrate, discuss, and play a foundational role in setting direction for Saskatchewan’s powerful agriculture sector.
Canadian Grain Farmers Threatened by Trade War on Two Fronts with the U.S. and China
March 10, 2025 (Ottawa, ON) – Canadian grain farmers are facing a trade crisis on two fronts, with escalating tariffs from both the United States and China threatening billions in exports and putting the future of family farms at exceptional risk.
Canola industry responds to imposition of Chinese tariffs on Canadian canola meal and oil
March 8, 2025 - China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) has announced the outcome of its anti-discrimination investigation initiated against Canada in September 2024 as a result of the federal government’s tariffs on Chinese electric vehicles, steel and aluminum. In response to Canada, China’s State Council Tariff Commission will impose a 100 per cent tariff rate on Canadian canola oil and canola meal along with several other Canadian agricultural commodities as of March 20, 2025.