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The German food industry has formed an alliance to respond to the ongoing criticism on animal husbandry.

The Saudi poultry sector has experienced a major production growth in recent years. Broiler meat production is estimated at 640,000 MT in 2014, and expected to further increase 9 percent in 2015.

The goal of the conference was to discuss innovative initiatives and private sector partnerships that are removing blockages to agricultural investment and development in sub-Saharan Africa.

Japanese Students Plant Vegetables in Ambassador’s Garden; What Do People Eat When Watching Soccer; Visit to Japan’s Largest Wholesale Market for Fresh Produce;

A new draft framework law “On Veterinary Medicine” aimed at replacing the current Russian law adopted in 1993 was posted on the Russian Government website for public review.

The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), the regulatory body of the Russia-Kazakhstan-Belarus Customs Union (CU), published a new draft document amending the CU veterinary requirements

On August 22, 2014, CFIA organizes an additional webinar session on the recently proposed changes to Canada’s food regulations.

Chile’s production estimates for peaches and nectarines are expected to recuperate after a significant fall during this marketing as a result of a heavy frost last September.

Export prices increased 1 to 2 percent due to tight domestic supplies. The government has not finalized last week’s public tender.

It is estimated that the value of Austrian agricultural and food products banned by Russia in total account for more than 40 percent of total Austrian agricultural exports to Russia.

On July 21, 2014, the Russian President signed the new Federal Law No. 2016-FZ “On Plant Quarantine”.

Imports of yellow corn, rice, and wheat are expected to be strong based on rising domestic food demand, continued requirements of the animal feed industry, and reductions in domestic production.