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Navigating the Trump Tariff Turbulence: A Comprehensive Timeline
US President Donald Trump and his administration have paused reciprocal tariffs on most countries.
“Based on the lack of respect that China has shown... I am hereby raising the [tariff] charged to China by the [USA] to 125%, effective immediately,” wrote Trump on Truth Social at 1:18 pm ET.
It’s not clear if this 125% is in addition to the 20% imposed on Chinese imports to the US. In early March, Trump noted that he would add another 10% tariff on Chinese goods...
49th Executive Conference Highlights Resilience and Future Outlook of Animal Protein Sector
This year’s Executive Conference held in Las Vegas from May 5–7 for senior leaders in the animal protein sector, was an informative show of the industry’s and what we can expect from the protein sector in the coming years.
“We feed the ever-growing needs of the entire population,” said Russ Whitman, Expana’s Director of Market Reporting, in his opening remarks.
Despite challenges related to animal health, regulatory shifts, and geopolitical tensions, the industry has demonstrated remarkable perseverance.
Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #7
Expana’s global team of specialist reporters has been tracking every twist and turn in the fluid tariff situation.
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This report allows the Expana community to see where key commodity markets stand as of this past week... Click the above PDF report, or keep scrolling to read in plain text...
China Capable of Ensuring Food, Energy Supply Even Without U.S. Imports: Official
China is able to ensure its grain and energy security even if it stops purchasing commodities from the United States, an official said Monday.
China's domestic grain reserves are abundant and its grain imports from the United States only accounted for a very small proportion of domestic consumption last year, said Zhao Chenxin, deputy head of the National Development and Reform Commission, in response to a media question on the impact of U.S. tariffs.
Zhao added that the grain imports from the United States were...
Australian Meat Industry Welcomes New and Expanded Access to China
The Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC) welcomes new approvals for seventeen Australian sheep, lamb and goat export establishments to access the China market. This outcome is a significant win for Australian sheep, lamb and goat processing and export businesses that will have benefits across the red meat supply chain.
The approvals published by the General Administration of Customs China include access for chilled and frozen sheep and goat meat, and includes new access for ten establishments, and expanded access for new product categories for seven establishments...
Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #6
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Exclusive International Trade Centre Interview: Implications of Trump’s Tariff Regime
Julia Spies is the Chief of Trade and Market Intelligence for the International Trade Centre (ITC) in Switzerland. Spies and team analyze trade information and publish findings about market-specific trade intelligence on multiple online platforms, like Tradebriefs.intracen.org.
Recent shifts in the world of trade, including the latest round of United States tariffs and trade measures by other countries, has kept Spies and company busy, to say the least.
However, ITC members have watched trade measures, and in particular their impact on developing countries, long before these recent changes...
Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #5
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Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #4
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Asian Markets Plunge as Trump's Global Tariff Turmoil Deepens
Hong Kong (CNN) — Asian markets plunged on Monday, deepening a global stocks rout triggered by US President Donald Trump's trade war and China's forceful response to unexpectedly high tariffs.
Japan's benchmark Nikkei fell by more than 8% shortly after opening, while the broader Topix index last traded more than 6.5% lower after recovering from its steepest losses.
In mainland China, where markets reopened after a public holiday, the Shanghai Composite Index was last trading 6.7% lower. The blue-chip CSI300 index lost 7.5%. In Hong Kong, the benchmark Hang Seng index...
Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #3
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PODCAST: "Agri-Food for Thought" Ep. 27 - VIV Asia, a Mirror of APAC Market Sentiment?
Expana presents Agri-Food for Thought, the podcast series for agriculture and food professionals.
On today's episode of Agri-Food for Thought, we discuss market sentiment picked up at VIV Asia 2025, a leading trade show for the feed-to-food industry in Asia. Held from March 12-14 in Bangkok, the event drew top agri-food industry leaders, innovators, and key decision-makers from around the world. It was a showcase for innovation in animal protein production, processing, and...
What Trump Tariffs Mean for Food and Agriculture Trade
US President Donald Trump announced a 25% tariff on imports from Canada and Mexico and an additional 10% tariff on imports from China.
Tariffs for Canada and China are in effect as of February 4, while the tariffs on Mexico have been delayed for one month following negotiations with Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum, who agreed to send 10,000 members of her country’s national guard to the border to address drug trafficking...
ANALYSIS: Uruguay’s Fresh Beef Exports Saw a 10.5% Monthly Increase in February
Uruguay’s fresh beef exports rose 10.5% in February to 34,815 mt, according to the latest report released by the National Customs Directorate. Compared to the same period last year, this figure represents 9.9% growth.
China remained the top destination with 12,306 MT, representing a 3.3% decline from January and a sharp 20.1% Y-o-Y drop. This decline resulted in a contraction in China's share of Uruguay’s total fresh beef exports from 48.6% in February 2024 to 35.3% in February 2025, reflecting a weaker demand...
‘The Tariffs Are All Set’: Trump Imposes 25% Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
It’s official. The US will implement a broad 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico on March 4. Trump also noted that he would add another 10% tariff on Chinese goods, on top of the initial 10% tariff he placed on the country in February.
“No room left for Mexico or Canada (to make a deal),” Trump told reporters at the White House. “The tariffs are all set. They go into effect tomorrow.
Trump said the neighboring countries had no chance for a last-minute deal that would...
Trade Tensions Ignite as Canada and China Hit Back at US Tariffs
Canada and China have announced retaliatory tariffs in response to new US tariffs that went into effect today, igniting trade tensions between the world’s largest economies. After a 30-day pause, the US administration imposed a broad 25% tariff on Canada and Mexico on March 4, Expana's Ryan Doyle reported.
One minute past midnight, the US administration imposed 25% tariffs on Canadian exports and 10% tariffs on Canadian energy. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau said the decision had “no justification” and emphasized Canada’s efforts to combat...
Hendrix Genetics Swine Reaffirms China Focus Following Merger
Hendrix Genetics Swine, the name of the merged entity between Hendrix Genetics’ Swine Division and Danish Genetics given earlier this year, will carry on with its “in China for China” strategy, it said.
That was the policy carried out by the parent company Hendrix Genetics in the country. Hendrix Genetics holds a majority stake in Hendrix Genetics Swine.
“Both Hypor and Danish Genetics products will remain available to the China market”, the company said, adding that the “marketing, sales, service and operation of both will be led and managed...
Agricultural Trade Highlighted During Greer's USTR Confirmation Hearing
On February 6, the Senate committee hearing was conducted for Trump’s nomination to the US Trade Representative (USTR), Jamieson Greer who previously served as the Chief of Staff to the agency under Robert Lighthizer. Since then, Greer has been advanced by the committee to a forthcoming Senate confirmation vote.
During the hearing, Greer spoke about bipartisan trade policy–notably the tariffs on China that were kept by the Biden administration. Greer says he wants the position because he believes America should be a country of producers...
Trump’s Canada-Mexico Tariff Timeline Shifts Again, Hints at EU Trade War
US President Donald Trump announced that tariffs on Canada and Mexico will be delayed until April 2 during a televised press conference with his cabinet.
This comes just days after Trump said the tariffs would be implemented at the start of March as the President continues to oscillate on the tariff implementation date involving the country’s neighbors.
Amid Trump’s comment regarding the April 2 tariff start date, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick added that America’s neighbors had to satisfy the president’s demands regarding border security and fentanyl crossing into the US border, suggesting that some levies could be enacted next week.
“It’s going to be hard to satisfy,” Trump said following Lutnick’s explanation.
Trump: Canada, Mexico Tariffs 'Will Go Forward'; Reciprocal Tariffs On Schedule
President Donald Trump announced Monday that tariffs on Canada and Mexico will take effect next month, ending a monthlong delay set to expire next week. Speaking at a White House news conference alongside French President Emmanuel Macron, Trump emphasized that the tariffs were moving forward as planned.
“We’re on time with the tariffs, and it seems like that’s moving along very rapidly,” he said, according to the Associated Press.
He also reaffirmed that his reciprocal tariff plan remains on track to begin as early as April...
Starbucks to Remove Menu Items; Changing Plans May Involve Stake Sale in China
By March 4, Starbucks will remove a selection of “less popular” menu items that include several Frappuccino® blended beverages, the Royal English Breakfast Latte, and the White Hot Chocolate, according to a press release. The removal of menu items will result in a 30% reduction in offerings by the end of the year.
“As part of our plan to get back to Starbucks, we’re simplifying our menu to focus on what sets Starbucks apart–a welcoming coffeehouse where people gather..."
Muyuan Foods Denies Investigation Reports, Takes Legal Action Against False Claims
Recent Chinese media reports suggested that Muyuan Foods, a large-scale Chinese livestock and feed producer, was under investigation by regulatory authorities. In response, Muyuan Foods issued a statement denying the claims and clarifying its position, “No investigation team from these regulatory bodies has been dispatched to our company. Our production and operations remain normal,” said the company.
Muyuan Foods also addressed a separate dispute involving a transaction with its subsidiary, Nanyang Wolong Muyuan Farming Co., Ltd., another Chinese livestock and feed producer...
Trump Signs Memo to Advance Reciprocal Tariffs, Aims to Balance Trade
President Trump signed a memorandum that could lead to the implementation of reciprocal tariffs on the trading partners of the United States.
“The ‘Fair and Reciprocal Plan’ will seek to correct longstanding imbalances in international trade and ensure fairness across the board,” per a fact sheet from the White House. “Gone are the days of America being taken advantage of: this plan will put the American worker first, improve our competitiveness in every area of industry, reduce our trade deficit, and bolster our economic and national security...
Yike Food Partners with Shandong Guangming Bio on Broiler Breeding Projects
Yike Food, a Chinese poultry processor, has signed an agreement with Shandong Guangming Biotechnology Co., Ltd., a Chinese broiler breeder, to collaborate on industry development initiatives. The two companies will jointly build and share external resources, co-apply for, and undertake national and provincial-level boiler breeding projects.
Additionally, the partners plan to invest in new broiler breeding bases in Shandong and other regions of China. As part of the agreement, Shandong Guangming Bio will prioritize supplying high-quality breeding stock to Yike Food to support...
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