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GAIN Reports from Monday, June 14, 2021

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The following GAIN reports were released on Monday, June 14, 2021.

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Bulgaria: Grain and Feed Update

FAS Sofia increases its estimate for wheat and barley crops to 6.0 million metric tons (MMT) and 590,000 metric tons (MT), respectively, due to favorable weather in April and May. Frequent rainfall and lower temperatures in early April prevented timely corn planting. However, farmers caught up in May and are optimistic about yield potential. Assuming favorable weather later in the growing season, Post may revise its production estimates higher.

 

India: US-India Organic Transitory Timeline for Market Access and Accreditation

To maintain access to the U.S. market, any organic operation certified through the Government of India's Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority must apply to a USDA National Organic Program certifier by July 12, 2021. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has notified all organic operations (farms, certification bodies and other miscellaneous businesses across the organic agriculture landscape in India) to apply for direct certification under the ongoing 18-month transition period. After July 12, 2022, USDA organic certification by a USDA-accredited certifier will be required to import organic products from India to the United States.

 

Indonesia: New Foreign Dairy Facility Registration Questionnaire

The Ministry of Agriculture, Directorate General of Livestock and Animal Health Services (DGLAHS) has issued a new questionnaire for foreign dairy establishments seeking approval to export to Indonesia. This report provides a copy of the new questionnaire and a summary comparison of new, updated, and removed/deleted requirements.

 

Japan: MAFF Finalizes Green Food System Strategy Report

The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries (MAFF) finalized a green food system strategy on May 12, 2021. The final version has minimal changes to the overall scope and key performance indicators from the interim report released in March. There is a new technological development and implementation road map for the next five years to accelerate the transition to sustainable food production and distribution.

 

Japan: USJTA Treatment for Fruit Juice and Jams 2021

The U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement (USJTA) has been in effect for 17 months, however the timing of Japan's fiscal year meant that the agreement entered "Year 3" of implementation on April 1, 2021. This report is one in a series of product briefs highlighting the tariff benefits for specific commodities and products from Year 3 (2021) to Year 5 (2023) of the agreement. Additional information is available at www.usdajapan.org/usjta/.

 

Japan: USJTA Treatment for Whey 2021

The U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement (USJTA) has been in effect for 17 months, however the timing of Japan's fiscal year meant that the agreement entered "Year 3" of implementation on April 1, 2021. This report is one in a series of product briefs highlighting the tariff benefits for specific commodities and products from Year 3 (2021) to Year 5 (2023) of the agreement. Additional information is available at www.usdajapan.org/usjta/.

 

Lithuania: Grain and Feed Update

Total Lithuania's wheat, rye, mixed grains, triticale, barley, corn, and oat production in marketing year (MY) 2021/22 is forecast at 6.1 million metric tons (MMT), a 6.4-percent decrease from MY 2020/21. After a record-breaking harvest in MY 2020/21, Post anticipates a return to more average production levels for all grain varieties. Cold spring temperatures have slowed winter plant development. In MY 2020/21, Lithuania became one of the EU's top soft wheat exporters. During first nine months of MY 2020/21, wheat exports reached 3.5 MMT, 19 percent above the previous year. High international grain prices motivated Lithuanian farmers to increase area of wheat plantings in MY 2021/22.

 

Malaysia: New Labeling Requirements for Chilled and Frozen Beef

Effective January 1, 2021, Malaysia has revised its labeling requirements for chilled and frozen beef.

 

New Zealand: Robust Demand for Imported Alcoholic Beverages

Despite its small size, New Zealand is already an important market for alcoholic beverages and ingredients from the United States, including being the 13th largest market for U.S. whisky and the 11th largest market for U.S. hops. The United States is the fifth largest supplier of alcoholic beverages to New Zealand and imports from the United States have shown some growth over the past half decade. Whiskies, wine, and liqueurs are the largest alcohol categories being imported by New Zealand. Total import demand from all suppliers was worth US$ 330 million last year.

 

Philippines: Biodiesel Standards Under Consideration

The Philippines' Department of Energy has issued an advisory on four Draft Philippine National Standard Quality Standards for biodiesel blends B3 and B4 with public comments open for submission to tcppa.oismd@doe.gov.ph by June 30, 2021. Separately, the current B2 blend has been evaluated to reduce GHG emissions 1.3 percent while an increased blend mandate would also contribute to a net economic gain for the Philippines. Meanwhile, the Philippines' National Climate Change Action Plan sets a goal of reaching B20 by 2030.

 

Poland: Exporter Guide

Poland is Central and Eastern Europe's largest market for food and beverage products. With its population of over 38 million people, Poland is a growing and viable market for U.S. food and agricultural products. Following the COVID-19 outbreak in early 2020 and subsequent control measures, food and beverage distribution and consumer demand changed dynamically. While Poland's hospitality and restaurant sectors have struggled since the COVID outbreak, the food retail sector, especially its on-line delivery platforms, have surged. According to food sector experts, most businesses will start to recover from the pandemic in 2022. Poland's total 2020 imports of food and agricultural products were valued at over $29 billion, with U.S. imports accounting for $506 million. U.S. products with strong sales potential include fish and seafood, distilled spirits, wine, tree nuts, dried fruit, and innovated food ingredient products.

 

Poland: Fish and Seafood Market Brief

The Polish fish processing industry is the fourth-largest in Europe, with 240 processing plants shipping products throughout the EU. Several hundred other smaller companies also supply products within the immediate region. In 2019 fish consumption in Poland averaged 13.1 kilograms per capita, almost half of the EU average. 2020 fish and seafood imports amounted $2.4 billion, of which $75 million originated from the United States. Polish processors generally import raw fish for further processing.

 

Russia: Traceability System for Grain and Grain Products 

On December 30, 2020, the Russian Federation approved Federal Law #520-FZ, which amended the previously existing Federal Law "On grain." The legislation establishes the Unified State Traceability System for Grain and Grain Products, which will come into force January 2022.

 

Taiwan: Craft Beer Festival Proves Market Potential

The first-ever "U.S. Craft Beer Festival" organized by the ATO Taipei turned out a huge audience and connected online and offline success. ATO Taipei built the 2021 U.S. Craft Beer Pavilion as a platform for importers to promote 56 U.S. craft beers from 11 U.S. craft beer brands, in addition to U.S. beef, Maine lobster, and Washington oysters. The two-day festival achieved on-site sales exceeding expectations. In addition, the social media campaign successfully garnered 950 new ATO Taipei Facebook followers, reached nearly 400,000 Facebook users, and garnered a significant high engagement rate of eight percent per post on average.

 

Taiwan: Retail Foods

Taiwan's retail food sector is becoming increasingly competitive and chain operators such as Costco, 7-Eleven, PX Mart, and Carrefour continue to dominate Taiwan's food retail market. The United States is the leading supplier of many consumer-oriented food and agricultural products including red meats, fresh fruit and vegetables, poultry, packaged foods, and beverages to these and other retail operators in Taiwan. Taiwan is the United States' eighth-largest export market for food and agricultural products, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture data. Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, including Taiwan's recent, first significant outbreak, 2021 could be a challenging year for Taiwan's retail sector.

 

Ukraine: Grain and Feed Quarterly

This report updates Post's previous Grain and Feed Annual Report (UP2021-0017) with revised production, trade and consumption estimates/forecast for Marketing Year (MY) 2020/21 and MY2021/22.

 


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