SaskCanola demonstrates a commitment to improving Saskatchewan agriculture by directly investing in initiatives that strengthen the grower community. Read the latest news below. You can also find older articles in our News Archive.
We are seeking an Agronomist – Grower Relations to strengthen our connections with farmers, agricultural retailers, independent agronomists, industry partners, and other external stakeholders. This role is responsible for facilitating the extension of research investment outcomes and agronomic resources developed by SaskOilseeds, ensuring timely dissemination of information and reinforcing our position as a trusted source of unbiased, evidence-based knowledge.
August 12, 2025 – The Canola Council of Canada (CCC) and Canadian Canola Growers Association (CCGA) are deeply disappointed with today’s preliminary ruling by China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) as part of its anti-dumping investigation into Canadian canola seed imports. In its ruling, MOFCOM announced the imposition of a 75.8% duty, collected in the form of a deposit, on all Canadian canola seed shipments as of August 14, 2025.
SaskOilseeds and Manitoba Crop Alliance came together to commission these two reports from GlobalData.
July 31, 2025 – Today, the Canola Council of Canada’s (CCC) released a refreshed strategic framework, Canola Forward: A Strategic Framework for 2025 – 2030, which builds on the organization’s strong foundation and sets out a clear and renewed focus designed to help Canada’s canola industry thrive in fast-changing domestic and international environments.
May 22, 2025 (Saskatoon) -The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has received $11.8 million in funding for two new facilities that will provide critical workspace for crop and soil science research and teaching.
May 14, 2025 (Winnipeg, MB) – Canola farmers are ready to work with Canada’s new Government to advance issues impacting the sector. Yesterday, Prime Minister Mark Carney introduced Canada’s new Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food as well as appointments to key Ministerial portfolios that directly impact agriculture.
May 13, 2025 (Ottawa, ON) – Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) welcomes the appointment of Canada’s new federal Cabinet and urges immediate action to support grain farmers and protect the viability of the sector. As Parliament prepares to return, swift action is needed to safeguard farmers’ bottom line, sustain Canada’s role as a reliable supplier of grain and grain products, and prevent further strain on the economy.
April 29, 2025 – Grain Growers of Canada (GGC) welcomes Prime Minister Mark Carney and all Members of Parliament elected to Canada’s 45th Parliament and is urging the new government to act swiftly to address the pressing challenges facing Canadian grain farmers.
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.
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.
