Wednesday, 11 March 2026

March 4, 2026 | Europe

Norway’s Seafood Exports Slip 2% in February amid Wild Catch Decline

Farmed seafood generated NOK 9.96 billion in February, up NOK 348 million year-on-year, accounting for 72 per cent of total exports Norway exported seafood worth NOK 13.8 billion in February,…

March 4, 2026 | Australia

Australia’s Farm Production to Surpass $100 Bn Four Years Ahead of Target

Exports across agriculture, fisheries and forestry are also forecast to hit a record high of nearly $85 billion in 2025–26 Australia’s farm gate production value is set to exceed $100…

March 2, 2026 | Australia

Australia to Launch National Vineyard Register to Tackle Wine Oversupply

The platform is expected to be operational by the end of 2026 The Australian Government has announced support for the development of a National Vineyard Register, a major initiative led…

February 9, 2026 | Australia

Australian Red Meat Showcases Premium Strength at Gulfood 2026 as MENA Exports Hit Record High

In 2025, Australian beef exports to the UAE reached A$316 million, while sheepmeat exports totalled A$394 million Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA), through its global brand Aussie Beef, Lamb &…

February 5, 2026 | Australia

Global Demand Pressures Weigh on Australian Wine Exports in 2025

More than 50 per cent of the volume of Australian wine exports goes to the UK and the US Australian wine exports declined by 8 per cent in value to…

February 4, 2026 | Europe

Norway Seafood Exports Decline in January amid Tariff and Currency Pressures

Norway exported seafood worth NOK 14.8 billion in January, down NOK 416 million, or 3 per cent, compared with the same month last year Norway’s seafood exports declined in value…

February 4, 2026 | Export & Import

Indian Rice Exports Remain Resilient Despite High Duties, Says IREF

The Federation welcomes this move and notes a wave of positive sentiment across the rice export industry The Indian Rice Exporters Federation (IREF), through Dr Prem Garg, National President, would like to clarify the potential impact of the recently announced indication that Indian-made goods may be subject to an 18 per cent tariff, compared with the earlier 25 per cent rate. The trade is also expecting that, in view of public statements by US authorities, the additional penalty being discussed in relation to India’s purchase of Russian oil may be waived. If confirmed, this would effectively reduce India’s tariff burden from the current elevated level to 18 per cent, restoring parity with key competing origins such as Thailand and Pakistan, where competitor nations are currently tariffed at around 19 per cent. The Federation welcomes this move and notes a wave of positive sentiment across the rice export industry, as tariff parity is expected to translate into improved competitiveness and stronger demand in key markets.  IREF views this as a meaningful positive for Indian rice exports at a time when India is entering the season with record production of approximately 149 million metric tonnes, strong availability, and resilient domestic fundamentals. Indian agri products continue to hold an indispensable position in global supply chains, and recent shipment patterns suggest clear demand resilience even under sharply higher duties. Notably, India’s rice exports to the United States rose despite a steep increase in duty, from 10 per cent initially to 50 per cent, underscoring that Indian rice remains essential for buyers and consumers. This trend reinforces the Federation’s view that India’s competitiveness is structurally strong, and that tariff parity will translate quickly into higher volumes and improved price positioning. A tariff reset would improve landed-price competitiveness and support stronger offtake across both basmati and non-basmati categories, enabling India to defend and expand market share in the United States while competing more effectively against other origins. Separately, there have been questions on whether an additional tariff could be imposed in connection with India’s trade with Iran. The Federation notes that evolving trade frameworks, including prospective free trade agreements, often reflect broader strategic alignment and not only commercial considerations. Based on current visibility, IREF does not anticipate further disruption to India’s trade with Iran and expects continuity in export flows. Dev Garg, Vice President, says that the Federation will continue engaging with stakeholders to ensure exporters are prepared for any procedural changes and to support stable, rules-based trade that benefits consumers and supply chains.

January 27, 2026 | Europe

India–EU FTA to unlock major growth in agricultural and food trade

The pact provides a transformative boost to Indian exports of tea, coffee, spices, fresh fruits and vegetables, and processed foods by improving market access and enhancing competitiveness in European markets…

January 15, 2026 | Australia

Australian Government launches trade diversification network to boost export growth

Trade plays a critical role in Australia’s economy, supporting around 32 per cent of national economic output The Australian Government has announced the formation of a new Trade Diversification Network…

January 6, 2026 | Europe

Norway’s seafood exports hit record NOK 181.5 Bn despite trade turbulence

The largest markets for Norwegian seafood exports in 2025 were Poland, the USA and China Norway exported a total of 2.8 million tonnes of seafood worth NOK 181.5 billion last…

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