The extension keeps tariffs in place and deepens the strain on U.S. farm exports, which have dropped sharply this year. Keep readingRead More
Tariff News Tracker: Essential Updates for The Food Industry
Stay Ahead of US Tariff Changes Affecting Global Food Production
As your industry association, we understand that navigating international trade complexities isn't your core business — producing quality food products and equipment is. Yet tariff changes can significantly affect your operations, costs, and competitive position overnight. We've created this resource to help you stay informed about US tariff developments. Our Tariff News Tracker will provide you with timely, relevant updates on trade policies and tariffs that directly impact our industry.
What You'll Find Here
This page brings together critical tariff news from government announcements, industry publications, and trusted news sources. Our specialized filtering ensures you'll see:
- Latest US tariff developments affecting food production worldwide
- Country-specific responses and countermeasures to US tariffs
- Industry-specific impacts on food processing, agriculture, and equipment manufacturing
- Expert analysis on trade policy implications for international food producers
- Time-sensitive updates on changing regulations
- Resource links for deeper understanding of complex tariff issues
Additional Resource: HARMONIZED TARIFF SCHEDULE
The Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States (HTS) sets out the tariff rates and statistical categories for all merchandise imported into the United States. The HTS is based on the international Harmonized System, which is the global system of nomenclature applied to most world trade in goods.
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The UK government is considering extending the soft drinks industry levy to include beverages with sugar content starting at 4g per 100ml, down from the current 5g threshold. Small businesses
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As for organic trade, Mexico and Canada renewed their Memorandum of Understanding on the recognition of equivalencies in 2024, aiming to bolster the competitiveness of small and medium-sized Mexican producers.
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U.S. grain industry faces a storage bottleneck with a potentially massive corn harvest and stalled China trade talks.Read More
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