Podcasts about cafta

CAFTA-ish, because one trade deal wasn't enough - Guatemala and El Salvador sign tariff agreements. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 

Nicaragua's CAFTA-DR qualifying goods will avoid section 301 tariffs, but tariffs on other goods will be ratcheted up over time to 15%. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 

Welcome to this week's instalment of RealAg on the Weekend with your host Shaun Haney! On today's show, Haney is joined by: Chuck Penner of LeftField Commodity Research on pulse markets and adversity in trade; Michael Harvey of CAFTA on the benefits of free trade and how Canada can complement the U.S. Economy; and, Jay... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAgRadio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Michael Harvey of CAFTA on the future of North American trade; Stephen Vaden, Deputy Secretary of USDA, on U.S. trade deals and the affordability crisis; and, Jay Whetter of Canola Digest on where canola goes from... Read More

Thanks for tuning in to this Tuesday edition of RealAgRadio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by: Michael Harvey of CAFTA on the future of North American trade; Stephen Vaden, Deputy Secretary of USDA, on U.S. trade deals and the affordability crisis; and, Jay Whetter of Canola Digest on where canola goes from... Read More

Last week, Canadian agri-food exporters descended on Washington, D.C., with a key message for their counterparts in the U.S. and American lawmakers: integrated supply chains make food more affordable for everyone. Michael Harvey, executive director of the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance, and 11 of 12 CAFTA members met with U.S. lawmakers, USDA officials, and agri-food... Read More

Host: Cindy Allen Published: November 14, 2025 Length: ~14 minutes Presented by: Global Training Center Summary This week on Simply Trade: Cindy's Version, Cindy Allen breaks down a whirlwind of trade developments—from the end of the federal shutdown to a rapid string of new tariff exemptions and reciprocal deals. Inspired by Taylor Swift's Death by a Thousand Cuts, Cindy explains how the industry isn't being overwhelmed by one big policy shift, but by the relentless series of small, fragmented, high-impact changes that hit importers, customs brokers, and compliance teams day after day. From air freight instability to Switzerland–U.S. negotiations, CAFTA carve-outs, and Argentina beef exemptions, Cindy sheds light on both the economic impact and the behind-the-scenes operational work that trade professionals must perform every time a new deal hits the headlines. This Week in Trade • The federal shutdown ends and the aviation system begins stabilizing • FAA restores routes after up to 6% of flights were cut • Air freight is preparing for a possible late-season peak (but uncertainty remains) • Global shipping flows shift again: • Europe, Middle East, Central America lanes show growth from China • U.S.-bound volumes remain down year-over-year • Anchorage continues its rise as a major air freight hub • Forecasts indicate overall soft demand for the remainder of the year New Trade Developments • U.S.–Switzerland trade deal announced (Details forthcoming; likely modeled after UK/EU/Japan tariff frameworks) • Central America tariff revisions under CAFTA • Expected apparel exemptions for Guatemala & El Salvador • Guatemala coffee exempted — positive for major U.S. importers • Argentina beef tariff reductions • Good for consumers • Raises sensitivity with U.S. cattle industry Here's a strong, concise paragraph version that keeps all the meaning but reads smoothly and professionally: Why This Feels Like “Death by a Thousand Cuts” Cindy explains that today's trade environment is overwhelming not because of one major policy shift, but because of the constant stream of piecemeal announcements that arrive without warning. Industry groups have little opportunity to offer input, and each new deal or exemption forces customs brokers into a full operational cycle—from interpreting vague notices and waiting for CSMS or Federal Register clarification to updating systems, revising SOPs, identifying affected HTS numbers, retraining teams, and notifying clients. Importers face a parallel burden as they update classifications, reevaluate landed costs, adjust sourcing and contracts, and communicate financial impacts across their organizations. With several new deals dropping within just a couple of days, teams are completing multiple implementation cycles back-to-back, making the pressure feel like a true “death by a thousand cuts.” Key Takeaways • The shutdown is over, but volatility continues across aviation and freight • Global trade flows are shifting, but the U.S. remains an outlier in demand • New tariff deals bring benefits but impose significant operational burdens • Compliance and broker teams are stretched thin by continuous policy shifts • The industry is experiencing a true “death by a thousand cuts” RESOURCES & MENTIONS • Global Training Center • TradeForce Multiplier Credits Host: • Cindy Allen – LinkedIn • Trade Force Multiplier Producer: • Lalo Solorzano – LinkedIn Subscribe & Follow New episodes every Friday. Presented by Global Training Center — providing education, consulting, workshops, and compliance resources for trade professionals. Connect with us: • Simply Trade Podcast on LinkedIn • Global Training Center on LinkedIn • YouTube • Spotify • Apple Podcasts • Trade Geeks Community Don't forget to rate, review, and share with your fellow trade geeks!

Penalties on Nicaragua could unravel the CAFTA-DR and hurt US companies. Listen for more on Two Minutes in Trade. 

Host Philip Berman talks to Kim Glas, President and CEO of the National Council of Textile Organizations, about the impact of Trump's tariffs on US textile manufacturing.  Kim discusses the challenges posed by tariff unpredictability, including the effects on investment and supply chains, and the winners and losers in the industry.  She highlights issues in machinery sourcing, the effect of high tariff rates on synthetics, and the role of major trade agreements like USMCA and CAFTA. Kim also addresses reshoring opportunities, and the strategic need for policy certainty to strengthen domestic production.      

Thanks for tuning in to this Friday edition of RealAg Radio! On today’s show, host Shaun Haney is joined by Kelvin Heppner and Lyndsey Smith, both of RealAgriculture, and Meagan Murdoch of Hill & Knowlton. They discuss topics including: An update on Bill C-202 and a breakdown of its impact, with Greg Northey of CAFTA... Read More

US-directed repression and counter-insurgency in El Salvador in the 1980s allowed the imposition of "free trade" or "neoliberal" regimes in the generations since then—ultimately culminating in the adoption of CAFTA. This, in turn, has exacerbated the expropriation of the traditional lands of the peasantry by the agro-export oligarchy. It also led to the hypertlophy of the narco economy and a new nightmare of violence, which Nayib Bukele has exploited to establish a new dictatorship. This dictatorship is now openly in league with Donald Trump, and has in fact become critical to his fascist agenda. In Episode 275 of the CounterVortex podcast, Bill Weinberg breaks down El Salvador's historical role as a laboratory of genocide and police-state methods for US imperialism, and the imperative of trans-national resistance. Listen on SoundCloud or via Patreon. https://www.patreon.com/countervortex Production by Chris Rywalt We ask listeners to donate just $1 per weekly podcast via Patreon -- or $2 for our new special offer! We now have 70 subscribers. If you appreciate our work, please become Number 71!

El Gobierno dominicano anunció este miércoles una serie de medidas para limitar la importación de arroz libre de aranceles, ante la entrada en vigencia del acuerdo comercial con Estados Unidos y Centroamérica (DR-Cafta), que permitirá que este producto llegue al país sin el pago de impuestos a partir de este primero de enero del próximo año.

El gobierno aseguró este jueves que el Tratado de Libre Comercio entre República Dominicana, Centroamérica y Estados Unidos, conocido como DR-Cafta, no representa una amenaza sino una oportunidad para fortalecer la productividad nacional, y destacó que este acuerdo sigue siendo un tema clave para el desarrollo económico del país. #drcafta #EEUU #Centroamerica #gobierno #abinader

SwineCast 1254 Show Notes: U.S. swine producers will face continued economic challenges for the first portion of 2024, with a reduction in feed costs arriving by summer. But producers will still need to improve herd health and make their production systems more efficient if they are to survive. The At The Meeting team welcomes back …

SwineCast 1254 Show Notes: U.S. swine producers will face continued economic challenges for the first portion of 2024, with a reduction in feed costs arriving by summer. But producers will still need to improve herd health and make their production systems more efficient if they are to survive. The At The Meeting team welcomes back …

SwineCast 1253 Show Notes: The US Swine Health Improvement Plan (US-SHIP), with its House of Delegates and recently elected General Conference Committee (GCC), provides an action-oriented structure to safeguard and improve the health of the U.S. swine herd. The At The Meeting team talks with US-SHIP senior coordinator Dr. Tyler Holck (Iowa State University), and …

SwineCast 1253 Show Notes: The US Swine Health Improvement Plan (US-SHIP), with its House of Delegates and recently elected General Conference Committee (GCC), provides an action-oriented structure to safeguard and improve the health of the U.S. swine herd. The At The Meeting team talks with US-SHIP senior coordinator Dr. Tyler Holck (Iowa State University), and …

SwineCast 1252 Show Notes: The absence of improved standards for tracing the movement of pigs in the U.S. is producing unnecessary risk for producers and the industry. While an estimated 70 percent of producers favor improved traceability, near unanimous adoption is needed to reassure U.S. trade partners and protect producer income in the event of …

SwineCast 1252 Show Notes: The absence of improved standards for tracing the movement of pigs in the U.S. is producing unnecessary risk for producers and the industry. While an estimated 70 percent of producers favor improved traceability, near unanimous adoption is needed to reassure U.S. trade partners and protect producer income in the event of …

SwineCast 1251 Show Notes: Recruiting the next generation of swine veterinarians is challenging, which puts the future of swine health at risk. The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Chris Richards (Managing Director, Apiam Animal Health) about how Apiam has successfully used mentorships, career planning, flexible workplace practices, student debt reduction, and other tools …

SwineCast 1251 Show Notes: Recruiting the next generation of swine veterinarians is challenging, which puts the future of swine health at risk. The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Chris Richards (Managing Director, Apiam Animal Health) about how Apiam has successfully used mentorships, career planning, flexible workplace practices, student debt reduction, and other tools …

The Canadian agriculture exporters’ lobby group is saying no to proposed legislation it says could seriously undermine the country’s trade interests. Michael Harvey, executive director of Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA), says that Bill C-282 poses a major risk by tying negotiators’ hands, and signalling weakness to global competitors — all but inviting other countries... Read More

SwineCast 1250 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System (SDRS) invited Dr. Gustavo Silva (Iowa State University) to discuss the importance of disease diagnostics for production management and the cost of Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae elimination. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 68, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.

SwineCast 1249 Show Notes: Decreases in pork production in other EU countries have created growth opportunities for Spanish pork producers, but the potential for increasing regulation and declining consumption of pork are causing concern. Both threats could drive significant declines in EU pork production in the years ahead. The ATM team discusses the situation with …

SwineCast 1249 Show Notes: Decreases in pork production in other EU countries have created growth opportunities for Spanish pork producers, but the potential for increasing regulation and declining consumption of pork are causing concern. Both threats could drive significant declines in EU pork production in the years ahead. The ATM team discusses the situation with …

SwineCast 1248 Show Notes: Tim Heiller with PIC shares how the DISC Personality Test can help teams work better together.

SwineCast 1247 Show Notes: Dr. Dusty Oedekoven (Chief Veterinarian, National Pork Board) toured the European Union and surrounding countries to learn more about how African Swine Fever (ASF) is managed. Key takeaway: The EU has zone standardization language and practices in place for regions with ASF. This standard helps provide bio-containment, bio-exclusion, and supports business …

SwineCast 1246 Show Notes: Dr. Meredith Petersen (Iowa State University Swine Medicine Education Center) shares a research update on veterinary telehealth and telemedicine. Key message is telehealth offers an opportunity for improving veterinary efficiency but the current telehealth equipment needs improvement.

SwineCast 1245 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System (SDRS) invited Dr. Craig Bowen (Purdue University) to discuss Purdue’s Animal Disease Diagnostic Laboratory contributions, motivations to join the SDRS project, and the expected benefits for swine stakeholders. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 67, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.

SwineCast 1244 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System shares aggregate data from participating veterinary diagnostic laboratories (VDLs) in the United States of America. Plus Dr. Thomas Petznick (ArkCare) joins the conversation on the PRRSV scenario in Nebraska, enteric coronavirus biosecurity strategies, and Sapovirus epidemiology. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 66, …

SwineCast 1243 Show Notes: With several successful California Prop 12 certifications behind her, Dr. Cara Haden from Pipestone Veterinary Services has important insights about the compliance process. She shares with the At The Meeting team how important detailed documentation is to the Prop 12 certification process. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are …

SwineCast 1243 Show Notes: With several successful California Prop 12 certifications behind her, Dr. Cara Haden from Pipestone Veterinary Services has important insights about the compliance process. She shares with the At The Meeting team how important detailed documentation is to the Prop 12 certification process. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are …

SwineCast 1242 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team discusses the project’s new developments funded from the USDA’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). New developments include monitoring new PRRSV variants, traceability of pathogen co-detections, and SDRS representativeness. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 65, that can also be found …

SwineCast 1241 Show Notes: The European Union swine producers are facing challenging headwinds related to economics, environmental concerns, and perceptions of livestock conditions. Is this an opportunity for U.S. producers or a foreshadowing of the future? The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Oliver Duran (Boehringer Ingelheim Leader for the Swine Technical Services Team) …

SwineCast 1241 Show Notes: The European Union swine producers are facing challenging headwinds related to economics, environmental concerns, and perceptions of livestock conditions. Is this an opportunity for U.S. producers or a foreshadowing of the future? The At The Meeting team talks with Dr. Oliver Duran (Boehringer Ingelheim Leader for the Swine Technical Services Team) …

SwineCast 1240 Show Notes: Dr. Rodger Main (Professor & Director, Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory) shares updates on Iowa State University Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory and what it will do to help food animal health monitoring in Iowa and across the U.S.

SwineCast 1239 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Pablo Pineyro (Iowa State University) to discuss discusses PCV2 monitoring strategies. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 64, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.

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SwineCast 1238 Show Notes: Reducing costs and managing capital are key survival strategies during periods of challenging production economics. The ‘At The Meeting‘ team talks with John Schwartz, CEO and President of Schwartz Farms, one of the leading swine production companies in the U.S. Mr. Schwartz provides insights on how to lead during the current …

SwineCast 1237 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Amy Maschhoff (The Maschhoffs) to discuss tips and pitfalls for eliminating Mycoplasma hyopneumoniae from a large production system. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 63, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.

The national coalition of export-focused agriculture commodity organizations is voicing major frustration following final approval of Bill C-282 in the House of Commons. The private member’s bill, brought forward by a Bloc Quebecois MP, aims to prevent Canada’s trade minister from making any further concessions on supply managed commodities — dairy, chicken, eggs, and turkey... Read More

SwineCast 1236 Show Notes: Joni Bell (Great Caterers of Iowa and the Rib Shack), Jim Murray (National Pork Board), and Kelsey Sutter (Iowa Pork Producers Association) talk about pork’s prominence on the menu & in the meat case.

SwineCast 1235 Show Notes: Dr. Ryan Brook (University of Saskatchewan) shares how wild pigs have spread and what the future holds.

SwineCast 1234 Show Notes: Dr. Tyler Te Grotenhuis (Christensen Farms) and Dr. Mike Eisenmenger (recently retired from the Swine Vet Center) discuss with the At The Meeting team how to implement biosecurity on nursery-grow-finish sites. On ‘At the Meeting’, Honoring Dr. Bob Morrison are Dr. Montserrat Torremorell (College of Veterinary Medicine, University of Minnesota), Dr. …

SwineCast 1233 Show Notes: The Swine Disease Reporting System team features special guest Dr. Maria Clavijo (Iowa State University) to discuss Streptococcus suis dynamics, diagnostic process, and interventions to control the clinical expression of this pathogen. This SwineCast episode shares the most recent report number 62, that can also be found at https://fieldepi.research.cvm.iastate.edu/sdrs/.

SwineCast 1232 Show Notes: Dr. Steve Meyer (Lead Economist, Partners for Production Agriculture) joins the At The Meeting team to discuss the outlook for current low pig prices. Lower demand and increasing costs will make 2023 a difficult year, but Meyer says it is important to remember the advantages U.S. pork producers enjoy. On ‘At …

SwineCast 1231 Show Notes: SwineCast 1231 Show Notes: “Doing what we know how to do” is the best next step in efforts to eliminate PRRSv from the U.S. herd. The At The Meeting team presents a clear agenda in its continuing conversation with Dr. Scott Dee (Retired Director of Applied Research, Pipestone Veterinary Services) and …

SwineCast 1230 Show Notes: Decades of hard work have produced a wide assortment of tools to fight the spread of PRRSv. Success and failure and no silver bullets have discouraged many – leaving the impression that the PRRSv cannot be eliminated. The At The Meeting team documents how far the pig industry has come with …

SwineCast 1229 Show Notes: Dr. Carmen Alonso (Boehringer Ingelheim Integrated Health Management) and Dr. Dale Polson (Boehringer Ingelheim Integrated Health Management) share how continuous technology monitoring (collecting various data elements like audio via SoundTalks) can identify sick pigs before humans can identify them.

We're starting the week off running with two great guests, so don't be late today. We'll begin the week with an old friend of the show, John Fugelsang! He used to come on with me weekly, but then got too busy... We hadn't spoken in a while when I reached out this morning, and he said Yes. So, we have about 7 years to catch up on. Of course, I think I want to talk to him about the perversion of religion that's exploded during that time... In today's news, I noted that President Biden this morning in Japan announced a new Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEFP) trade deal! Was I asleep at the wheel? Why didn't I know this was coming? We closely scrutinized past trade deals like the TPP, NAFTA, CAFTA, USMCA etc... why am I just now hearing about IPEFP and what should we know about it? There's only one person to ask. Lori Wallach is now Director of Rethink Trade, and will tell us all we need to know...