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JBS executive heads Canadian Meat Council
David Colwell, president of JBS Canada whose main holding is the former XL Beef plant in Alberta, is the new chairman of the Canadian Meat Council.
World health agency requests public input on fat
The World Health Organization is seeking public comment until June 1 on its recommendations to reduce consumption of saturated fatty acids and trans-fatty acids.
Lobby wrap: Surrogacy agency wants feds to reverse ban on payments to surrogates
The Canadian Surrogacy Community wants Ottawa to decriminalize the act of paying surrogates to carry other people’s babies – and they recently hired a lobbyist to help them achieve that goal.
Fallout from Trump-China tariffs will hurt Canadians
China’s tariff responses to the United States’ tariffs will have impacts on Canadians, such as soybean, pork and frozen beef exports. Given reduced Chinese purchases, U.S. exporters will be more aggressive in seeking other export markets, which will cut into Canadian exports.
New Chinese tariffs will force Canada to defend against U.S. competition: producers
New Chinese retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods will cause global disruptions and force Canadians to defend their markets against heightened American competition, say soybean, meat and chemical producers.
Chinese tariffs to cause disruptions
New Chinese retaliatory tariffs on U.S. goods will cause global disruptions and force Canadians to defend their markets against heightened American competition, say soybean and meat producers.
Ratification of CPTPP trade deal up in the air
Almost a month has passed since Canada ratified the CPTPP trade deal and there’s no sign yet that the government is ready to introduce implementing legislation to approve Canada’s participation in the Pacific trade pact.
Government policies hinder international competitiveness of food companies
While the federal government wants the agrifood sector to boost exports to $75 billion, its policies create major roadblocks to reaching that goal, says Chris White, President and CEO of the Canadian Meat Council.
Reality Check: How Much Meat do Canadians Eat?
A new analysis of Statistics Canada data shows Canadians are consuming moderate amounts of meat. On average, Canadians consume 41 grams of cooked fresh meat, such as beef, pork, lamb and veal, a day – that’s about half the size of the palm of your hand.
Canadian Agri-food exporters applaud signing of CPTPP
The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) applauded the Government of Canada for signing the final text of the historic Comprehensive and Progressive TransPacific Partnership (CPTPP) and urged swift movement to ratify the deal.
Improved Food Safety Systems Expected to Strengthen Canadian Beef and Pork Position in Export Markets
The Canadian Meat Council is confident the federal government’s stepped up commitment to food safety will help strengthen the Canadian red meat sector’s competitiveness in export markets.
Improved food safety systems expected to strengthen Canadian beef and pork position in export markets
The Canadian Meat Council is confident the federal government’s stepped up commitment to food safety will help strengthen the Canadian red meat sector’s competitiveness in export markets.
Improved Food Safety Systems Expected to Strengthen Canadian Beef and Pork Position in Export Markets
The Canadian Meat Council is confident the federal government’s stepped up commitment to food safety will help strengthen the Canadian red meat sector’s competitiveness in export markets. The 2018 budget, tabled last week, includes funding to increase the number of Diplomats and Trade Commissioners in China
Improved Food Safety Systems Expected to Strengthen Canadian Beef and Pork Position in Export Markets
The Canadian Meat Council is confident the federal government’s stepped up commitment to food safety will help strengthen the Canadian red meat sector’s competitiveness in export markets.
Canadian Meat Council Welcomes Commitments in 2018 Budget
The Canadian Meat Council says allocations outlined in the 2018 federal budget show the Government of Canada is committed to expanded international trade. The 2018 budget, tabled Tuesday, includes a 75 million dollar commitment over the next five years to increase the number of Diplomats and
