Danielle Smith said farmers will need support similar to that of aluminum and steel workers as they attempt to shift toward alternative commodity markets. China levelled 100 per cent tariffs on canola oil, peas, and other Canadian exports beginning in March, straining farmers dependent on Chinese buyers. (Calgary Herald)
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Danielle Smith said farmers will need support similar to that of aluminum and steel workers as they attempt to shift toward alternative commodity markets. China levelled 100 per cent tariffs on canola oil, peas, and other Canadian exports beginning in March, straining farmers dependent on Chinese buyers. (Calgary Herald)
Talking point: Federal Agriculture Minister Heath MacDonald met with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe on Thursday to discuss how to address the trade issue. The minister last month also agreed to ramp up compensation for farmers. Smith said Ottawa was ultimately responsible for China’s canola tariff, after the federal government placed a 100 per cent anti-dumping duty on Chinese-made EVs last year.
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