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FAS/Canada forecasts Canada's wood pellet production to decline by six percent in 2023 as a result of closure of pellet mills, reductions in allowable cut, and a high activity wildfire season.

The Ontario provincial government announced that sales of wine, beer, low-alcohol ready-to-drink beverages, and cider will be allowed in all groceries and convenience stores starting from January 1, 2026.

The exporter guide provides an economic and market overview, as well as demographic trends and practical tips to U.S. exporters on how to conduct business in the Netherlands.

Canada proposes a draft protocol, under its Greenhouse Gas Offset Credit System Regulations, to incentivise feedlot operators implement changes to reduce enteric methane emissions from beef cattle, and to generate carbon offset credits.

Health Canada opened pre-consultations on a proposed new regulatory framework for foods for special dietary use and infant foods, which include categories such as infant formula, prepackaged human milk, medical foods, gluten-free foods, formulated...

As Canada’s new Assessment and Revenue Management project (CARM) becomes mandatory in May 2024, the Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) offers additional webinars for businesses to become familiar with this new electronic customs platform, and...

In September 2023, the government of Canada published a draft guidance document for plant breeders and feed manufacturers that reinforces Canada’s product-based approach and provides guidance on how Canada’s Feeds Act and Feeds Regulations are...

Health Canada and the Canadian Food Inspection Agency have opened consultations on a comprehensive regulatory package.

Canada continues to be the largest export market for U.S. consumer-oriented products. In 2022, U.S. consumer-oriented exports to Canada reached $19.9 billion, representing 24 percent of the total value of U.S. consumer-oriented exports worldwide.

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has approved the U.S. application for legislative recognition which demonstrates that U.S. feedstock is in compliance with the land use and biodiversity (LUB) criteria under the Clean Fuel Regulation (CFR).

Launched in November 2022, Canada’s ten-year strategy for the Indo-Pacific is meant to comprehensively deepen the country’s engagement in the region in the areas of peace and security, economic growth, and sustainable development.

This report assesses the agricultural biotechnology sector in the Netherlands, and covers related production, trade, and policies. It includes topics related to genetic engineering and innovative plant, animal, and microbial biotechnologies.