Asia Pacific | Free-trade with ASEANAt the ASEAN special summit in Tokyolast...
Asia Pacific
Free-trade with ASEAN
At the ASEAN special summit in Tokyolast week, the leaders of Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines agreed to enter into negotiations on free-trade agreements.
Yen Falls on Speculation Japan Will Sell Currency to Stem Gains
The yen fell against the dollar in Asia after Japan's Vice Finance Minister Zembei Mizoguchi said the ministry is ``closely watching' the markets, prompting concern it will order currency
Americas
US, Central Americans struggle to reach trade deal
U.S. and Central American trade negotiators faced at least one more night of intense talks before wrapping up work on a proposed free trade agreement, government sources said on Monday.
U.S. agribusiness lauds Cuba trade at Havana meet
U.S. agribusiness, shipping and farm representatives lauded two years of trade with Cuba on Monday and called for an end to sanctions on the Communist-run nation as they negotiated contracts for the New Year.
Canada Invites Comments on Proposed Import Policies for United States Feeder Cattle
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) today released a discussion paper on the importation ofU.S. feeder cattle. The Agency is reviewing existing import requirements for these animals and is seeking comments on possible policy changes as part of this process.
Europe
EU storage grants save ailing Danish pig farmers
Many of Denmark's struggling pig farmers will escape bankruptcy following the European Commission's decision to grant storage subsidies for EU pork, an industry leader said on Tuesday.
South Korea confirms outbreak of bird flu
South Korea's agriculture ministry has confirmed that an outbreak of bird flu, which can be fatal to humans, has killed thousands of chickens at a farm less than 80 miles from Seoul.
USA
Florida firms recalls beef due to E.coli concerns
Palmetto, Florida-based Suncoast Beef & Provision Inc. is recalling more than 5,600 pounds (2,540 kg) of fresh ground beef that may be contaminated with the potentially deadly E. coli bacteria, the U.S. Agriculture Department announced on Monday.
UPDATE 1-WTO sees trade talk progress but not enough
World Trade Organization (WTO) states missed a deadline on Monday for relaunching stalled "Doha Round" free trade talks, but officials said most were confident they would do better in the New Year.
NCBA opposes raising of daily price limits on cattle futures
Cattlemen want more dialogue with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange on how to deal with irregular market activities and are opposing CME's proposal to double the daily price limit on live cattle futures contracts.
Targeting U.S. Consumers
A landmark agreement between theUnited States, Australia, and New Zealand aims to boost lamb consumption.
U.S. agribusinesses hammer out new trade deals with Cuba
American food producers pushed ahead on new trade with communistCuba on Monday, signing the first contracts in three days of negotiations expected to result in as much as $130 million in new sales.
White House seeks cuts in USDA grants
A U.S. Department of Agriculture program that has awarded $2.8 million to 19 value-added farmer enterprises in Iowamay be cut next year if Congress follows a budget request from President Bush's administration.
Asia Pacific
Free-trade with ASEAN
At the ASEAN special summit in Tokyolast week, the leaders of Thailand, Malaysia and the Philippines agreed to enter into negotiations on free-trade agreements.
Yen Falls on Speculation Japan Will Sell Currency to Stem Gains
The yen fell against the dollar in Asia after Japan's Vice Finance Minister Zembei Mizoguchi said the ministry is ``closely watching' the markets, prompting concern it will order currency
Americas
US, Central Americans struggle to reach trade deal
U.S. and Central American trade negotiators faced at least one more night of intense talks before wrapping up work on a proposed free trade agreement, government sources said on Monday.
U.S. agribusiness lauds Cuba trade at Havana meet
U.S. agribusiness, shipping and farm representatives lauded two years of trade with Cuba on Monday and called for an end to sanctions on the Communist-run nation as they negotiated contracts for the New Year.
Canada Invites Comments on Proposed Import Policies for United States Feeder Cattle
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) today released a discussion paper on the importation ofU.S. feeder cattle. The Agency is reviewing existing import requirements for these animals and is seeking comments on possible policy changes as part of this process.
Europe
EU storage grants save ailing Danish pig farmers
Many of Denmark's struggling pig farmers will escape bankruptcy following the European Commission's decision to grant storage subsidies for EU pork, an industry leader said on Tuesday.
South Korea confirms outbreak of bird flu
South Korea's agriculture ministry has confirmed that an outbreak of bird flu, which can be fatal to humans, has killed thousands of chickens at a farm less than 80 miles from Seoul.
USA
Florida firms recalls beef due to E.coli concerns
Palmetto, Florida-based Suncoast Beef & Provision Inc. is recalling more than 5,600 pounds (2,540 kg) of fresh ground beef that may be contaminated with the potentially deadly E. coli bacteria, the U.S. Agriculture Department announced on Monday.
UPDATE 1-WTO sees trade talk progress but not enough
World Trade Organization (WTO) states missed a deadline on Monday for relaunching stalled "Doha Round" free trade talks, but officials said most were confident they would do better in the New Year.
NCBA opposes raising of daily price limits on cattle futures
Cattlemen want more dialogue with the Chicago Mercantile Exchange on how to deal with irregular market activities and are opposing CME's proposal to double the daily price limit on live cattle futures contracts.
Targeting U.S. Consumers
A landmark agreement between theUnited States, Australia, and New Zealand aims to boost lamb consumption.
U.S. agribusinesses hammer out new trade deals with Cuba
American food producers pushed ahead on new trade with communistCuba on Monday, signing the first contracts in three days of negotiations expected to result in as much as $130 million in new sales.
White House seeks cuts in USDA grants
A U.S. Department of Agriculture program that has awarded $2.8 million to 19 value-added farmer enterprises in Iowamay be cut next year if Congress follows a budget request from President Bush's administration.