The release of an extensive review of EU policy on GMOs is scheduled for later next month, and some of the pending proposals for future procedures will cause heartburn in supplying countries.
The release of an extensive review of EU policy on GMOs is scheduled for later next month, and some of the pending proposals for future procedures will cause heartburn in supplying countries. On the upside, the EU Commission is likely to give final approval to the importation of 13 traits with longstanding health and safety approval from the European Food Safety Authority. On the downside is the possible consideration of expanding the new power of member states to decide individually on the plantation of EU-approved traits as well as importation for...
Dry bulk markets were volatile but ultimately steady this week with notable differences in rate developments across vessel classes. The Capesize sector, which led the recent rally in freight rates with its dramatic surge, pulled back slightly amid more cautious chartering activity, partic...
New Trade Agreements U.S. and Indian officials say that bilateral trade negotiations are progressing on a comprehensive deal to expand earlier completed chapters on market access, NTBs and purchases. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become more free trade oriented since consolidating his power...
Free Trade to State Direction Conceptually, American farmers are huge winners under a free trade policy promising fair and equitable terms. As critics of President Trump’s trade wars will be quick to point out, “U.S. farmers have been some of the biggest beneficiaries of U.S...
Key Takeaways: Soyoil futures have been trading at the highest levels since 2022. Higher crude oil prices have allowed biofuels to be more cost-competitive with fossil fuels. Recent U.S. biofuel policy, including 45Z, has been favorable toward soyoil as a feedstock. California will be limiting...
