The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted demand for cold chain food development, increased trade opportunities for U.S. agricultural machinery and equipment suppliers.

Singapore has approved “lab-grown” meat products for sale. The interest in meat substitutes inspired Singapore’s Safety Assessment Requirements for Novel Foods,

Demand for fresh water resources technology, essential to New Zealand’s farming community, presents potential export opportunities for U.S. producers. 

Japan is an attractive market for U.S. dietary supplements makers, but exporters must effectively navigate the country’s complex health claim labeling system.

Kenya seeks partners to achieve 1.2 million irrigated acres by 2022. 

Singapore has a goal to meet 30 percent of its populations nutritional needs by 2030.  

Japan’s Food and Agricultural Materials Inspection Center (FAMIC) manages the approval of fertilizers that enter Japan’s agricultural market. 

Mexico’s Health and Sanitary Risk Authority has published a manual outlining the requirements for complying with its front of package labeling requirements.

China’s effort to boost mechanization in agricultural sectors creates opportunities for U.S. manufacturers.

High energy costs and the impact of climate change are pushing Chile’s lucrative agriculture sector to adopt efficient equipment and technologies. 

U.S. quick-service restaurant (QSR) franchises, especially in the baked goods sector, may have strong growth opportunities in China’s Tier 3 and Tier 4 cities.

United Arab Emirates – Federal Companies Law is Amended to Allow 100% Foreign Ownership. 

A new regulatory body in Panama will oversee food imports and phytosanitary standards.

Mozambique is vulnerable to hazardous weather events. U.S. companies that can offer sustainable construction solutions are encouraged to consider this market.

The Government of Italy (GOI) approved a decree to counter the impact of Covid-19 on the Italian economy.