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Russia's U.S. Meat Import Ban Begins February 11
Japan Easing Decade-Long Ban on American Beef Imports
A ban on U.S. beef imports in place since "mad cow disease" outbreaks in 2003 has been eased by the Japanese Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries. The change will take effect on Monday, January 28. Russia Helps Farmers, Consumers By Allowing Grain Exports
Russia's decision not to ban grain exports after another poor harvest shows its leaders recognize that the embargo imposed after the failed 2010 crop was a mistake. Twinkies Maker Hostess in Talks With 110 Potential Buyers to Keep CupCakes, Ding Dongs, Devil Dogs Alive
Twinkies fans rejoice! Hostess is not going anywhere anytime soon. Twinkies fans rejoice! Hostess is not going anywhere anytime soon. According to the Associated Press, Hostess Brands Inc. Food Banks Face Empty Pantries in Thanksgiving Week
It's Thanksgiving week, but not everyone will get their share of Turkey as hunger relief is not matching the requirement, reported The Sun. "Nearly five years into the economic crunch, hunger relief is failing to match the demand", food bank officials said according to the report. Cuban Coffee Farms Damaged by Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy destroys coffee farms in Cuba. The prices of coffee Arabica and Robusta have been affected. Senator Boxer, 500 Restaurateurs Plead for Action against Fish Fraud
California Senator Barbara Boxer urges the FDA to take action against fish fraud in the country. Meanwhile, 500 restaurateurs have signed and sent a petition to the Congress to put a stopper to fish mislabeling. Analysis: Americans to Face Tougher 2013 on Rising Prices, Taxes
Consumers will have to dig deeper into their pockets next year to pay for costlier healthcare, more expensive grocery bills and higher taxes, an extra drag on the country's already slow-moving economy. Meat Consumption Fell in 2011: Report
Meat consumption fell slightly in 2011, says a new report by Worldwatch Institute. Meat consumption fell in 2011 due to drought and diseases affecting livestock, a new report by Worldwatch Institute states. India Sees Good Sugar Output, Import Duty Hike Likely
While India is likely to see a very good sugar output this marketing year, food minister KV Thomas is likely to hike the import duty of raw sugar. Food Insecurity Plagues Southern Africa, FAO Working on New Agriculture Principles
Southern Africa faces rising food insecurity. The UN FAO is working on new rules and guidelines to deal effectively with food shortages. GrainCorp's Shares See Rise after ADM Bid
The shares of GrainCorps see a rise of 39 percent after ADM’s bid to buy the Australian grain handler. Australian State Brings in $9B from Food Exports
Australian state Victoria brings in $9 billion from food exports, after a rise of $1 billion. Food exports from Victoria, Australia have now hit the $9 billion mark, says a report released by the government. Brazil's Food Exports to UAE on the Rise; XL Foods taken over by Brazilian Company
Brazil has exported food worth more than $6 billion to the United Arab Emirates. Meanwhile, a Brazilian company has taken over XL Foods, Canada. European Union Contemplates Changes in Biofuel Policy
The EU will be changing its bio-fuel policies in an effort to reduce the use of food crops in the production of the same.
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