Harper Government Creates More Export Opportunities for Canadian Beef and Livestock Producers
(firmenpresse) - OTTAWA, ONTARIO -- (Marketwired) -- 10/16/14 -- Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz and International Trade Minister Ed Fast today announced that Canadian beef and livestock producers can now benefit from expanded export opportunities in two international markets.
Qatar has approved all beef imports from Canada, enabling Canadian beef producers to benefit from greater export opportunities in the Gulf region.. Effective immediately, Canadian beef producers and exporters can expand their sales into this market, benefiting Qatari consumers who will have access to Canada''s safe, high-quality beef.
In addition, Canadian livestock producers can now benefit from restored market access for live cattle to Honduras following border restrictions in 2003 due to BSE. This marks another positive development building on the recent entry into force of the Canada-Honduras Free Trade Agreement.
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"Market by market, our Government is creating new economic opportunities for beef and livestock producers by opening and expanding our access to markets around the world. By increasing trade and ensuring producers can earn their living from the marketplace, we are creating more jobs, growth and prosperity for all Canadians."
- Gerry Ritz, Agriculture Minister
"Our Government is committed to creating the best conditions for Canadian businesses and exporters to succeed abroad. By securing market access for Canadian world-class products we''re creating jobs and prosperity at home."
- Ed Fast, Trade Minister
"Not only does Qatar have one of the highest per capita incomes in the world, Qatar imports more than 90% of its food requirements. The Canadian meat industry appreciates and welcomes the successful negotiation of full beef access to the Qatari market."
- Henry Mizrahi, Canadian Meat Council President
"The Canadian Beef Breeds Council and the Canadian Livestock Genetics Association recognize the ongoing support for the Canadian beef industry from both Minister Ritz and Minister Fast by opening new markets for Canadian cattle and genetics. Market access coupled with strategic investments are essential for the economic stability and profitability of Canadian cattle producers. Access to the Honduran market for live cattle provides an excellent framework for our members to build strong business relationships in that market and an additional avenue to demonstrate the safety and superior quality of Canadian cattle genetics to the world."
- Michael Latimer, Executive Director, Canadian Beef Breeds Council and Michael Hall, Executive Director Canadian Livestock Genetics Association
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Jeff English
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Gerry Ritz
613-773-1059
Media Relations
Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada
Ottawa, Ontario
613-773-7972
1-866-345-7972
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