Tariff Wars and New Deals Strike Specialty Crops at the Core

Aussies mull biosecurity risks and import protocols.

Provisions for specialty crop growers include phytosanitary and science-based sanitary measures and addresses biotechnology.

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As expected, China retaliated with an increase in tariffs levied at U.S. exports.

NAFTA and China heavily influence the flow of goods in and out of the state.

Chinese government reportedly agrees to buy more U.S. energy and agricultural commodities, but joint statement released does not provide exact details.

With a limited domestic market, Kiwi farmers focus on quality, red color to maximize returns.

Load not getting lighter as balance sought for the state’s specialty crop producers.

Calls for a separate domestic industry provision for perishable and seasonal products adding more confusion to the clutter.

Specialty crop growers in the Sunshine State seek relief from unfair trade deal.

Much-needed investments in labor-saving technology could be key to long-term survival.

Reorganization puts trade, farm production as top priorities for the agency.

With a focus on Mexico, letter sent by Adam Putnam to the U.S. Department of Commerce Secretary stresses need for level playing field.

Local grower community hopeful over President Trump’s announced intention to renegotiate NAFTA.

Researchers are finding high demand for the tart citrus, opening the door for opportunistic Florida growers to fill the need.

USDA Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is awarding $200 million to more […]

In what one prominent economist says is a blow to U.S. fruit exporters, the White House concedes the Trans-Pacific Partnership is not going to be ratified.

With more imports, we have to redouble our efforts to protect ourselves from foreign pest invaders.

Prospects for continued growth in exports look good but the strong dollar and increased competition will continue to moderate this growth.