Government Policy & Regulatory
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US, Bangladesh reciprocal trade deal opens US$3.5B window for American agriculture
Under the agreement, Bangladesh will provide preferential market access for U.S. agricultural goods, including wheat, soy, cotton, corn, dairy, beef, poultry, and tree nuts.
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US FDA expands permitted uses of spirulina-based blue colors in all foods
The decision follows a formal petition from GNT Group, the maker of EXBERRY® natural colors, which has driven previous incremental approvals for spirulina based blues and argued that broader authorization is needed to meet manufacturer demand for natural alternatives to synthetic dyes.
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Bunge gains ASC approval for soy certification used in aquafeed
The approval clears Bunge’s PRO-S program for use under ASC Feed Standard rules and supports wider use of verified soy in fish feed.
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US extends AGOA to end-2026, easing short-term trade risks for African exporters
The extension takes retroactive effect from September 30, 2025, preventing any lapse in duty-free access for eligible sub-Saharan African countries.
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Turkey mobilises nearly 4MMT of grain stocks to curb inflation, support pasta and feed sectors
TMO’s intervention reflects broader efforts to balance domestic price dynamics with international competitiveness.