Govt. Policy & Regulatory
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European Council enhances organic pet food labeling rules and implements transition phase
EUROPE- The European Council has expanded its regulations on organic food labeling to encompass pet food, in line with its commitment to high standards for…
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Australia and New Zealand invite public opinion on GMO corn for food
AUSTRALIA/NEW ZEALAND– Food Standards Australia New Zealand (FSANZ) is inviting public commentary on an application that could see the introduction of genetically modified corn, line…
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Soybean powerhouse Argentina eases currency policy to alleviate soybean scarcity
ARGENTINA- The world’s largest producer of soybeans, Argentina, is allowing grain exporters to keep 25% of the foreign currency they generate in September to import…
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India imposes 20% export duty on parboiled rice to protect local supplies
INDIA- The Indian government has imposed a 20% duty on exports of parboiled rice , a move that could further reduce shipments from the world’s…
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Tanzania and Indonesia sign MOUs to improve agri reforms
TANZANIA- Tanzania and Indonesia signed seven memorandums of understanding (MoUs) on Tuesday as part of efforts to strengthen bilateral ties and promote economic cooperation between…