The Alberta Canola Producers Commission polled 105 growers, with 72 per cent agreeing the Feds should provide compensation. Photo: Getty Images Plus

Canola growers seek tariff compensation

A recent study determined that losses were $2 to $4 billion in 2025-26

The canola sector will be seeking compensation from Ottawa for billions of dollars in damages caused by the trade spat with China.

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Canola groups disappointed in Carney’s plan to help growers, biofuel

‘Farmers should not be expected to borrow’

Two national canola organizations said they’re not pleased with the federal government’s announcement on helping canola growers and the biofuel industry. The Canola Council of Canada and the Canadian Canola Growers Association expressed their disappointment in a Sept. 5 news release.