agriculture
Chinese evidence behind canola impasse? Nothing so far: Carr
International Trade minister said Canada is pushing to solve the economically important matter.
AGI acquires machinery maker Millitec in India for $109.5M
Winnipeg manufacturer moves into the rice processing systems space with a complete product line.
Canadian dairy farmers’ group pans new trade pact with US, Mexico
Group says greater market access and elimination of competitive dairy classes will shrink the Canadian industry.
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US, Japan agree to negotiate a free trade agreement
A significant shift by Tokyo.
US tariffs expected to reduce Prairie sales of new farm equipment
Dealer expects rising prices for US-made equipment will steer more buyers to used equipment.
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US announces billions to help farmers hurt by Trump tariffs
The program is expected to start taking effect around Labor Day.
Trump accuses China of using ‘vicious’ trade tactics
Says US farmers are being targeted because they know he loves and respects them.
How did it come to this? Events leading up to Canada vs. US battle
Recent public exchanges that led to an unprecedented political clash between otherwise friendly neighbours.
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Trump says ‘let Russia back in’ as he heads for G7 summit
Also singled out tariffs on US dairy products in yet another scathing tweet directed at Canada.
Trump, facing pushback, vows US will be stronger on trade
US president defends hardball tactics, says he will bring down trade deficits.
Trump flip-flops on trade pact, weighs rejoining Pacific Rim deal
Facing pressure from farm-state Republicans afraid of protectionist trade policies leading to trade war with China that would hit rural America.
Canadian sectors to watch as US-China trade war escalates
Chinese government issues a $50-billion list of more than 110 US goods that could be hit.
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Duties that protect domestic interests look attractive
…But they’re a very expensive way to retain jobs
China trade probe of US sorghum a ‘normal’ investigation: Beijing
Follows White House decisions to raise tariffs on some Chinese-made washing machines and solar power equipment.
NAFTA has created winners and losers in Mexico
Mexico City’s huge outdoor market offers a diversity of opinions on the benefits of the trade deal.
