Archive for the ‘Agricultural Trade’ Category

Agricultural Trade, Australia, Indonesia, News

September 11, 2023

The Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) has announced a successful agreement with the Indonesian Agriculture and Quarantine Agency (IAQA). Effective immediately, the suspensions and restrictions on live cattle and buffalo exports from seven registered establishments across northern Australia have been lifted.   This decision follows a week of technical discussions with Indonesian authorities, […]

Agricultural Trade, News, Taiwan

September 7, 2023

In a recent development aimed at alleviating a domestic egg shortage, Taiwan has temporarily opened its market to eggs and egg products from 12 countries, including Australia. This move is in response to supply constraints in Taiwan attributed to unpredictable weather, escalating feed costs, and recent outbreaks of avian influenza. The newly implemented market access […]

The International Trade Council (ITC) welcomes UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak’s recently announced measures aimed at reinforcing the UK food supply chain and protecting farmers in future trade negotiations. This initiative is a proactive response to address inflation and highlights the pivotal role of the agricultural sector in the UK’s economy and trade.   The […]

The International Trade Council (ITC) acknowledges the ongoing commercial dispute between Mexico and the United States concerning Mexico’s ban on imports of genetically modified (GM) yellow corn. The ITC urges both parties to engage in constructive dialogue to find a mutually beneficial resolution to the issue. Mexico’s President, AndrÁ ©s Manuel LÁ ³pez Obrador, has […]

Agricultural Trade, News, Ukrain

November 17, 2022

The International Trade Council is pleased to announce that the agreement enabling safe and secure export of grain, foodstuff, and fertilisers from Ukraine has been extended for an additional four months.   The Black Sea Grain Initiative, a cooperative venture involving Ukraine, Russia, Turkey, and the United Nations, has proven crucial in curbing the global […]

Africa, Agricultural Trade, News

February 12, 2002

Highlighting the growing global demand for specialty coffee from Africa, the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) has called upon coffee traders across the continent to enhance the value of their exports and halt the shipment of unprocessed coffee to international markets.   The message was conveyed during the 20th African Fine Coffees Conference and Exhibition, […]