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Japan to raise tariffs, possibly ban, U.S. beef exports
Japan is preparing to raise tariffs on all U.S. beef imports and has threatened a ban if America re-opens its borders to Canada, Japan's Agriculture Minister told his American counterpart.
Danish pig sales to Japan seen falling in '03
Denmark's pork sales to Japan are expected to fall by nearly one billion crowns ($152 million) this year because of a possible Japanese import tariff triggered by a large inflow of meat, Danish pork industry officials said on Monday.
Australia PM Howard to quiz Japan on beef tariffs
Australian Prime Minister John Howard will raise the issue of Japan's planned increase in beef import tariffs when he meets with his Japanese counterpart Junichiro Koizumi this week.
Japanese Concerns Keep Border Closed
Canada's ag minister expresses frustration over the process of reopening the country's border with the U.S. for beef exports.
Slow Growth in China
Meat exports to the world's most populous country requires patience and perseverance.
Americas
Australia, Mexico state, in farm co-operation deal
Australia's farm exports to Mexico would be boosted by a letter of co-operation signed by the Australian government with the state of Hidalgo, Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said on Monday.
Ban on Canadian Cattle/Beef Frustrating for Canada's Vanclief
Canada remains on the receiving end of a ban on their cattle and beef. Canadian Ag Minister Lyle Vanclief emerged from a session with Japanese Agriculture Minister Yoshiyuki Kamei, and expressed frustration that the ban was still in place.
Trade Deal with Mexico
Australian livestock exports to Mexico set to increase.
USA
UPDATE 2-FDA says feed maker admits to mad cow violation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday a Washington state livestock feed manufacturer admitted selling "adulterated and misbranded" feed that violated federal rules to prevent mad cow disease.
US Agriculture Secretary says Canada beef safe
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman said she's convinced Canadian beef is safe but would give no time frame Thursday for reopening the border.
No End in Sight for Checkoff Controversy
It was a landmark decision, but not the final word. Last week, the Eighth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a ruling declaring a nationwide beef checkoff program unconstitutional. However, supporters of the checkoff have recommended to the U.S. Department of Justice that it try to have the ruling overturned, even if it means heading to the U.S. Supreme Court.
This is a very good turnout for this late in the day. We want to welcome you all here. This is J.B. Penn, our under secretary for farm and foreign ag services, for those of you who are not here
Asia Pacific
Japan to raise tariffs, possibly ban, U.S. beef exports
Japan is preparing to raise tariffs on all U.S. beef imports and has threatened a ban if America re-opens its borders to Canada, Japan's Agriculture Minister told his American counterpart.
Danish pig sales to Japan seen falling in '03
Denmark's pork sales to Japan are expected to fall by nearly one billion crowns ($152 million) this year because of a possible Japanese import tariff triggered by a large inflow of meat, Danish pork industry officials said on Monday.
Australia PM Howard to quiz Japan on beef tariffs
Australian Prime Minister John Howard will raise the issue of Japan's planned increase in beef import tariffs when he meets with his Japanese counterpart Junichiro Koizumi this week.
Japanese Concerns Keep Border Closed
Canada's ag minister expresses frustration over the process of reopening the country's border with the U.S. for beef exports.
Slow Growth in China
Meat exports to the world’s most populous country requires patience and perseverance.
Americas
Australia, Mexico state, in farm co-operation deal
Australia's farm exports to Mexico would be boosted by a letter of co-operation signed by the Australian government with the state of Hidalgo, Agriculture Minister Warren Truss said on Monday.
Ban on Canadian Cattle/Beef Frustrating for Canada's Vanclief
Canada remains on the receiving end of a ban on their cattle and beef. Canadian Ag Minister Lyle Vanclief emerged from a session with Japanese Agriculture Minister Yoshiyuki Kamei, and expressed frustration that the ban was still in place.
Trade Deal with Mexico
Australian livestock exports to Mexico set to increase.
USA
UPDATE 2-FDA says feed maker admits to mad cow violation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration said on Friday a Washington state livestock feed manufacturer admitted selling "adulterated and misbranded" feed that violated federal rules to prevent mad cow disease.
US Agriculture Secretary says Canada beef safe
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman said she's convinced Canadian beef is safe but would give no time frame Thursday for reopening the border.
No End in Sight for Checkoff Controversy
It was a landmark decision, but not the final word. Last week, the Eighth Circuit of the U.S. Court of Appeals upheld a ruling declaring a nationwide beef checkoff program unconstitutional. However, supporters of the checkoff have recommended to the U.S. Department of Justice that it try to have the ruling overturned, even if it means heading to the U.S. Supreme Court.
This is a very good turnout for this late in the day. We want to welcome you all here. This is J.B. Penn, our under secretary for farm and foreign ag services, for those of you who are not here