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Australia, China on track to sign lucrative cattle deal

Sydney / Reuters – Australia will export up to 1 million head of cattle a year to China, worth around A$1 billion ($856 million), to meet booming demand for red meat under a long-awaited deal set to be signed shortly, Australian officials said on Friday. Shipping live animals from Australia to China has been discussed for many years. Official talks began […] Read more


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Common, sustainable trade competition policy needed for N.A.

Economist says strong North American leaders are the missing key to better trade

The North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) has bumped investment and trade in North America since its implementation, but more needs to be done to boost the region’s competiveness, an economist told delegates at the Canola Council of Canada’s conference in San Antonio in late February. “Trade and investment flows in North America have been […] Read more

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Demand for better quality food in Asia creates major opportunity, growth

If you’re wondering where the opportunities are in the global food economy, you need to follow the fast food joints, says an agricultural economist. A new McDonald’s pops up in a typical day in China, as does a Kentucky Fried Chicken. These quick service restaurants need a steady supply of safe, uniform food, such as […] Read more