Trade Tensions Rise: Canada’s canola exports are facing a 76% tariff from China

“This essentially shuts Canada out of the China market.”

Canadian farmers are reeling from the announcement that China is applying a tariff of 76% on canola.

Host of RealAg Radio, Shaun Haney spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander about China’s decision, ripple effects, and compensation for Canadian growers.

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