We do export processed products right now, such as bacon and ham, but Canada mostly exports frozen hams that are processed according to local tastes. Frozen products represent a portion of trade. On the other hand, the fresh, vacuum-sealed products that leave Canada have a shelf life of 55 days. When they reach Japan, they are sold immediately. Right now, all Costco stores in Japan sell Canadian pork. Our products account for a full 50% of the fresh product import market. If not sold fresh, the same product is worth one or two dollars less per kilo in Japan. When you add it all up, there is a huge difference.
On February 1st, 2018. See this statement in context.