Taiwan threatened to take China before the World Trade Organization after Beijing suspended sugar apple and wax apple imports from the island nation due to pest concerns. Reuters says it’s…
House Ag Democrats Express Concern Regarding Biotech Trade Barriers
…a letter to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Trade Representative Katherine Tai. The letter addresses China’s import approval process delays for U.S. agriculture biotech products. Under the U.S.-China Phase One…
WTO Panel to Review China’s Compliance on Farm Product Imports
…China’s administration of TRQ measures. China claims that it has fully implemented the rulings and recommendations in the dispute. The U.S. said it is willing to work with China to…
USDA Has Big Expectations for Agricultural Exports
…substantial export increase are record shipments of corn and soybeans. A lack of foreign competition along with continued strong demand from China are also helping U.S. agricultural export numbers remain…
Propane Prices Heading Higher
…and that can keep the overseas markets even higher. In a release, the Information Service says, “China’s end-users of LP can already afford to pay these high prices, so there’s…
Secretary Vilsack Talks Drought, Trade, and Labor at Fresno County Farm
…friends to continue to open up markets in China. But also, to look at ways in which we can diversify our trading partners to include Southeast Asia, Africa, as well…
California Ports Break Records While Congestion Remains an Issue
…ports has largely been caused by increased imports from China. The Port of Oakland is also reporting significant increases in volume for 2021. Since the beginning of the year, the…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 07-07-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering the Ag Appropriations Bill including banning China from buying…
Agricultural Exports Expected to Hit a New Record in 2021
…levels. Some of the factors behind the increased export forecast include a record outlook for China, as well as higher overall commodity prices. Exports to China are expected to reach…
Growing Tea for Profit May Be Good for Agriculture Producers
…6 through 9. The tea plant, Camelia sinensis, originated in China and India. It’s a hardy evergreen with glossy leaves and white flowers that bloom in autumn. When planted outdoors,…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 05-11-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering trade with the U.S., China and Australia, Walmart requesting…
Almond Update: Despite Unstable Chinese Market, Some Positive Indications
Since the tariff battle with China that began in 2018, total shipments to the region are down 70 million pounds. Tariffs have eased since then and there is an exemption…
California Almond Acreage Increases in 2020
…regions of the world have reported strong numbers, with shipments to China/Hong Kong up 59% year to date (YTD), South Korea up 45% YTD, India up 51% YTD, and Western…
2020 Was A Banner Year for Ag Exports According to Recent Report
…the year prior, ag exports were valued at $146 billion dollars; the second highest level on record after 2014. Increased shipments of corn, soybeans, and pork to China helped bring…