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USMEF looks for steady exports in 2013
While global economic uncertainty can change predictions at any moment, the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) looks for 2013 to be fairly steady in terms of pork and beef exports. The export trade group wrapped up its strategic planning meeting in Indianapolis.
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AMI urges “single undertaking” trade talks with the EU
The comments urged the Office of the United State Trade Representative (USTR) to adhere to the “single undertaking” approach to trade negotiations in contrast to an approach that would allow negotiations for each sector to move forward at its own pace without regard to progress or failures in other sectors.
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Lot of work left on Canada-EU trade deal, both sides say
Canada and the European Union still have plenty of work to do on a proposed free trade treaty that is supposed to be finished by the end of the year, officials from both sides said on Thursday.
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USMEF: Strong demand for U.S. meat in Russia, challenges remain
Russia’s demand for U.S. meat is very strong. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has returned from the World Food Moscow exhibition with a positive outlook for U.S. pork and beef.
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EU pork shortage could mean opportunity for U.S. pork industry
The U.S. pork industry competes with Europe in some very important, high-value export markets. For this reason, any decline in Europe’s ability to serve customers in these markets could further expand export opportunities for U.S. pork.
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Russia finally joins WTO
After 18 years of negotiations, Russia joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) on Aug. 22, but there was barely a whisper about it throughout Corn Belt agriculture, which has a lot to gain or lose.
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International markets vital to U.S. pork industry
With livestock producers facing economic and financial challenges, the importance of maintaining and growing U.S. pork exports cannot be overstated. Ongoing efforts by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) are key to bolstering international demand.
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EU to limit use of crop-based biofuels
The European Union (EU) will impose a limit on the use of crop-based biofuels over fears they are less climate-friendly than initially thought and compete with food production, according to draft EU legislation.
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France, U.S. to call for G20 meeting if needed on grain
The United States and France are closely watching rising grain and soy prices and will be ready to call for an emergency meeting of G20 agricultural officials if needed, France's agricultural minister said on Monday.
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Russia's WTO accession nearly complete good for U.S. meat
Through May, Russia has been one of this year's hottest markets for U.S. beef and pork, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Prospects for future export growth to Russia have been bolstered by its entry into the World Trade Organization (WTO).
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New report’s world ag outlook is bleak
Highlights from a new report indicate that the world is about five years into a chronic global food crisis that is not expected to abate for many decades.
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