Winnipeg, Manitoba – Yesterday, China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) announced its initiation of an anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed. This follows the September 3 notice of China’s pending investigation and outlines the first steps including a dumping investigation period from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, and an industry injury investigation period from January 1, 2021, to December 31, 2023.
“We are confident that Canada’s canola trade aligns with our commitment to rules-based trade and will continue to uphold these standards and stress the importance of open market access for farmers,” says Rick White, President & CEO of Canadian Canola Growers Association. “At this early stage, we are not yet able to understand the full impact this trade action will have on Canadian farmers.”
The Association is working closely with fellow stakeholders and government to understand the full extent of the investigation.