Prime Minister Mark Carney says he’s considering measures to support farmers hit by a steep Chinese tariff on canola seed that came into force Thursday.

Carney said on social media that he spoke with Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe, and they agreed to continue talking with agriculture groups about possible options. He provided no details on a plan.

The duty of nearly 76 per cent, announced Tuesday, has already caused the price of one of Canada’s most valuable crops to fall, wiping out millions of dollars in its value.

“If maintained, these unjustified duties will have significant impacts on many Canadian farmers,” Carney said.

“Premier Moe and I focused on a series of measures to support hard-working farmers who provide world-class food to Canadians and our trading partners throughout t

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