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March 2016 Inside This Issue REGIONAL FOCUS: THE AMERICAS Announcing: BC Agrifood & Seafood Export Program funding now available Federal and provincial funding is available for projects between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Eligible projects should enable export sales and expand international market access. Applications for Western Innovation Initiative now accepted WINN offers repayable contributions for SMEs in order to help move their new and innovative technologies from the later stages of research and development to the marketplace. Intake is now open from March 14, 2016 to April 13, 2016. Expanded Canada - EU Organic Equivalency Arrangement The EU has voted in favor of expanding the current scope of the Canada-EU Organic Equivalency Arrangement. Canadian certified organic processed products that include imported ingredients will no longer require double certification. See our Announcements section for more details about these items. Trade Reports According to Mexican official import stats, Canadian agri-food exports to Mexico during 2014 reached US$1.89 billion, which were quite similar (only 1.2% lower) than the exports reported in 2013. A decline in Canadian exports of bulk commodities to Mexico (only in terms of value because in terms of volume an increase was reported) during 2014, was counteracted by relevant increases in Canadian exports of intermediate products and consumer-ready food products to Mexico. It is important to note that the Canadian dollar maintained a high value vs. the Mexican peso during 2014, which was not precisely favourable for the expansion of exports. Despite the fact that in terms of value ($), Canadian exports of bulk commodities to Mexico during 2014 (US$1.1 billion), were 12% lower as compared to the exports from 2013; in terms of volume (metric tonnes), Canadian exports reported a 7% increase. This appears to indicate that Canadian grains were able to be purchased at lower prices in Mexico during 2014. Value figures for 2014 report a 15% decline in Canadian canola exports to Mexico and a 5% decline in Canadian wheat exports; nevertheless in terms of volume, Canadian exports of canola and wheat to Mexico reported increases of 10% and 6% respectively, as compared to 2013. Canadian exports of canola and wheat to Mexico reported increases of 10% and 6% respectively. 1 Trade Reports are available to Canada Brand members only. To register, please visit the Canada Brand site. ATS Bulletin | Bulletin SEA AGRI-FOOD TRADE SERVICE | SERVICE D’EXPORTATION AGROALIMENTAIRE Canadian Exports of Agri-Food and Seafood Products to Mexico Market Overview - Brazil Brazil has become an agricultural powerhouse, and was the world's fourth leading exporter of agri-food and seafood products in 2015. The country is a dominant force in the sugar, coffee and orange juice markets, and is competing with the United States to be the world's largest soybean exporter (Euromonitor, 2016). The Brazilian agriculture sector employs 15.7% of the workforce and is estimated at 5.9% of GDP (World FactBook, 2016).
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March 2016
Inside This IssueRegional Focus: The ameRicasAnnouncing:Bc agrifood & seafood export Program funding now availableFederal and provincial funding is available for projects between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Eligible projects should enable export sales and expand international market access.
applications for Western innovation initiative now acceptedWINN offers repayable contributions for SMEs in order to help move their new and innovative technologies from the later stages of research and development to the marketplace. Intake is now open from March 14, 2016 to April 13, 2016.
expanded canada - eu organic equivalency arrangementThe EU has voted in favor of expanding the current scope of the Canada-EU Organic Equivalency Arrangement. Canadian certified organic processed products that include imported ingredients will no longer require double certification.See our announcements section for more details about these items.
Trade Reports
According to Mexican official import stats, Canadian agri-food exports to Mexico during 2014 reached US$1.89 billion, which were quite similar (only 1.2% lower) than the exports reported in 2013.
A decline in Canadian exports of bulk commodities to Mexico (only in terms of value because in terms of volume an increase was reported) during 2014, was counteracted by relevant increases in Canadian exports of intermediate products and consumer-ready food products to Mexico.
It is important to note that the Canadian dollar maintained a high value vs. the Mexican peso during 2014, which was not precisely favourable for the expansion of exports.
Despite the fact that in terms of value ($), Canadian exports of bulk commodities to Mexico during 2014 (US$1.1 billion), were 12%
lower as compared to the exports from 2013; in terms of volume (metric tonnes), Canadian exports reported a 7% increase. This appears to indicate that Canadian grains were able to be purchased at lower prices in Mexico during 2014.
Value figures for 2014 report a 15% decline in Canadian canola exports to Mexico and a 5% decline in Canadian wheat exports; nevertheless in terms of volume, Canadian exports of canola and wheat to Mexico
reported increases of 10% and 6% respectively, as compared to 2013.
canadian exports of canola and wheat to mexico reported increases of 10%
and 6% respectively.
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Trade Reports are available to Canada Brand members only. To register, please visit the Canada Brand site.
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canadian exports of agri-Food and seafood Products to mexico
market overview - Brazil Brazil has become an agricultural powerhouse, and was the world's fourth leading exporter of agri-food and seafood products in 2015. The country is a dominant force in the sugar, coffee and orange juice markets, and is competing with the United States to be the world's largest soybean exporter (Euromonitor, 2016). The Brazilian agriculture sector employs 15.7% of the workforce and is estimated at 5.9% of GDP (World FactBook, 2016).
grocery & specialty Food WestVancouver, B.C. – Pan Pacific Hotelapril 4-5, 2016Grocery and Specialty Food West is the only grocery and specialty food show in Western Canada. Categories include fresh and frozen foods, snacks, beverages, ethnic specialties, and gourmet. Key Western Canadian retailers will be in attendance, as well as local and international retailers and decision-makers.
canadian health Food association (chFa) WesT Vancouver, B.c. – Vancouver convention centermay 14-16, 2016At CHFA trade shows you will meet decision-makers and influencers from some of Canada’s largest natural health chains and independent retailers. participate in the CHFA trade shows and stand out in the rapidly growing industry for natural health products and organics. With 65,000 square feet of innovative products, 650-plus industry-leading exhibitors, and a wide range of educational seminars, CHFA West is your chance to network, learn and grow your business.
FoodProWestVancouver, B.c. – Westin Bayshoremay 19, 2016FoodProWest is the BC Food processors Association’s annual Expo encompassing a Buyer’s Day, Tradeshow, and a Gala Awards dinner. It is a key industry event for all BC food, beverage, and natural health products processors which gives these local processors and the associates that cater to the food processing industry a place to congregate and network and connect with buyers, customers, and fellow colleagues.
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check it outTo find more events or other trade-related resources,
visit the Agri-Food Trade Service website www.ats-sea.agr.gc.ca
national Restaurant association showchicago, us – mccormick Place may 21-24, 2016The hospitality industry is all about face-to-face interaction. At the National Restaurant Association Show there will be more than 42,000 buyers to do business with and learn from. Whether you are a chain, independent, a retailer or non-commerical operator, this annual show will have something to interest you.
summer Fancy Food show (sFFs) new York, us – Javits centerJune 26-28, 2016SFFS16 is the largest specialty food and beverage trade event in North America and the leading showcase of industry innovation. This years 62nd annual event will bring specialty food’s top manufacturers, buyers, and thought leaders together under one roof. Exhibit with 2,400 exhibitors and put your products in front of over 24,000 buyers.
seafood expo asiahong Kong - hong Kong convention and exhibition centerseptember 6-8, 2016This event is designed for seafood professionals, including buyers and chefs looking for new suppliers, products, or trends. Industries that attend the event include aquaculture companies, airlines, cruise lines, distributors, fast-food chains, grocery stores, and more. In previous years, Canadian companies have had a presence in this show and have been well regarded for their premium seafood products.
americas Food & Beverage show & conferencemiami, us – miami Beach convention centerseptember 26-27, 2016put on by Canadian Export Development, this years Americas Food & Beverage Show & Conference is the 20th annual conference. Canadian companies will display their products and/or services under one umbrella as they pursue business opportunities in the Americas. Attendees will be key decision-makers, buyers, distributors, wholesalers, and representatives of supermarkets, hotels, restaurants, chefs, and cruise lines. please contact [email protected] for more information.
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sial canadamontreal, Qc – montreal convention centre april 13-15, 2016SIAL Canada, an international food and beverage trade show,caters to North American food-industry professionals. Attendto stay abreast of the agri-food industry, display your products,and build bonds with international food industry professionals.
Bakery showcase Trade show & conferenceToronto, on – The international centremay 1-3, 2016This is Canada’s largest and only baking specific event in 2016 that includes a trade show, educational seminars and workshops and evening social programs. Join almost 5,000 industry professionals including bakers (retail, wholesale, commercial, in store), grocery and foodservice outlets. please contact [email protected] for more information.
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announcements
Bc agrifood & seafood export Program funding now availableUp to $1.1 million in federal and provincial funding is available for projects between April 1, 2016 and March 31, 2017. Eligible projects should enable BC’s agriculture, food and seafood sectors to increase export sales and expand international market access through participation in international market development activities.
applications for Western innovation initiative (Winn) now acceptedWINN is a federal initiative that offers repayable contributions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in order to help move their new and innovative technologies from the later stages of research and development to the marketplace. Intake is open March 14, 2016 to April 13, 2016.
expanded canada-european union (eu) organic equivalency arrangementThe EU has voted in favor of expanding the current scope of the Canada-EU Organic Equivalency Arrangement. Canadian certified organic processed products that include imported ingredients will now also be covered by the arrangement and will no longer require double certification. The expanded scope of the arrangement will also include mutual recognition of EU and Canadian organic wine standards as being equivalent.
Philip BergenSenior Program [email protected]• Growing Forward 2: Environment
and Business Development• Investment Agriculture Foundation
Liaison• Bees and Honey • Tree Fruits
Janine GyugSenior Program [email protected]• AAFC AgriInnovation Program• Growing Forward 2: Innovation• Bioproducts• Nursery and Flowers
Sharan EvaniSenior Marketing & Trade [email protected]• Growing Forward 2: Market
Development• Supply Managed Sectors• Natural Health Products and
Functional Foods• Trade Agreements (CETA/TTP)• Japan
Northwestern Departmental Regional Office (B.C.)Program, Marketing and Trade Officers
Tracey InnesSenior Program [email protected]• Growing Forward 2: Biosecurity,
Traceability and Food Safety• Poultry Biosecurity• Livestock• Organic
Faye WuSenior Marketing & Trade Officer [email protected]• AAFC AgriMarketing Program• Food Processing• Market Access• Seafood• China, Hong Kong and Taiwan
Jeff LangSenior Marketing & Trade Officer [email protected]• Aboriginal • Small Fruits• Market Access• Wine, Craft Brewing and Distilling• Korea
Emily MacKenzie Marketing & Trade [email protected]• Greenhouse and Vegetables• Emergency Management• European Union• United States
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The food intolerance and organic category in Brazil saw the most growth from 2010 to 2014 with increases
of 28.9% and 23.8% respectively.
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