Imports of canola oil and meal would be more costly and impact its seed-crushing industry. China could import canola seeds from Ukraine and Russia, but they ship less than Australia and most Ukrainian shipments are sent to the EU, whose import demand rivals China.
How do you make canola oil in Canada?
For canola ¨C one of Canada¡¯s most widely grown crops ¨C it starts with a good squeeze. As the canola plant matures, its yellow flowers develop into pods, containing tiny black seeds. Similar to other plant-based oils, canola oil is made by crushing canola seeds. There are two main methods of crushing canola. What is canola?
Where is canola grown?
Canola, known in Europe as rapeseed, is widely grown in Canada, Europe and Australia, where its distinctive flowers turn fields into carpets of yellow. It is crushed to produce cooking oil and other products, including renewable fuels, and meal for animal feed.
What is canola oil?
Canola oil is a food-grade version derived from rapeseed cultivars specifically bred for low acid content.