Canadian Meat Council Urges Federal Action as Chinese Tariffs Threaten Industry Stability

April 14, 2025 Canadian Meat Council

The Canadian Meat Council (CMC) is calling on the Government of Canada and all federal party leaders to take urgent and meaningful action in support of the country’s meat industry, as escalating trade tensions with China threaten thousands of jobs and the financial health of major processors.

FPAA Held its Annual Spring Policy Summit with Conversations on Trade, Tariffs, and Food Safety

The summit kicked off with a conversation about social responsibility and how companies are navigating today’s shifting trade landscape.

Import Cargo Levels to Drop Sharply Amid New Tariffs and Uncertainty

“At this point, retailers are expected to pull back and rely on built-up inventories, at least long enough to see what will happen next,” said NRF Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold.

APHIS Updates Import Requirements for Fresh Avocado Fruit from Guatemala into the United States

APHIS has determined this quarantine pest may follow the pathway of avocado fruit for consumption and confirmed its presence in Guatemala.

Billion-Dollar Growth to the U.S. and China Resulted in a Solid First Quarter for Norwegian Seafood Exports

The U.S. was the largest growth market in terms of value and accounted for 11 per cent of total seafood exports in the first quarter.