Does Flax Grow in Canada

Virtually all of the flaxseed grown in Western Canada is destined for the export market as flax oil

Where does flaxseed grow in Canada?

In Canada, flax is produced only as an industrial oilseed crop and is grown annually on between 300 000 and 700 000 ha in western Canada (most of which is in Saskatchewan).

Where does flax grow best?

Flax is now grown almost exclusively in North Dakota and Minnesota, despite the fact that it is agronomically adapted to most Eastern and Midwestern states, as evidenced by its earlier production for many decades in these regions.