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Canada and Mexico government officials met this week in their countries\u2019 bid to improve agri-food trade between the two countries.<\/p>\n
The meeting saw Canada\u2019s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food Heath MacDonald and Mexico Secretary of Agriculture and Rural Development Julio Berdegu\u00e9 sit down \u201cto discuss discuss bilateral relations and to strengthen cooperation and trade ties\u201d, a joint statement shared by the Government of Canada said.<\/p>\n
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Following the discussion, Mexico accepted Canada\u2019s proposal to ease import requirements for \u201celigible apples\u201d from Canada\u2019s Eastern provinces as if January next year, an official statement from the Government of Canada said.<\/p>\n Both parties also accepted a new certification that will allow Canadian pet foot with bovine ingredients to be sold in the Mexican market.<\/p>\n The two countries also agreed to use electronic certification for plant products like canola and wheat, and will continue to expand the use of the tool to other products.<\/p>\n Other commitments from the meeting included Canada setting a working group has to assess and propose measures for supporting regulatory recognition in meat and seafood. <\/p>\n Using existing groups like the Canada-Mexico Consultative Committee and Agri-Business Working Group, the two nations said they are also looking to \u201cstrengthen collaboration and information exchange focused on food security, competitiveness, trade expansion and diversification\u201d. <\/p>\n The meeting was held as part of the Canada-Mexico Action Plan 2025-2028, launched by both countries\u2019 prime ministers in September. The plan aims to develop \u201ca dynamic bilateral agenda aimed at achieving shared objectives over the next three years\u201d. <\/p>\n \u201cThrough these actions, Canada and Mexico seek to continue strengthening their role as strategic partners in the global agri-food trade fostering a sustainable, inclusive, and growing sector\u201d, a statement said in September. <\/p>\n Both countries, which already have a free-trade agreement under the USMCA deal, have been growing closer lately amid a challenging trade relationship with the US. <\/p>\n As of September<\/a>, Mexico faces a 25% tariff from the US while Canada is dealing with a 35% duty. Both tariffs aim \u201cto address the flow of illicit drugs\u201d along the countries\u2019 borders with the US, according to the White House. <\/p>\n The US Trade Representative is intending to review the USMCA trade agreement in July 2026. <\/p>\n \n Sign up for our daily news round-up! Just Food Excellence Awards – The Benefits of Entering<\/p>\n Gain the recognition you deserve! The Just Food Excellence Awards<\/a> celebrate innovation, leadership, and impact. By entering, you showcase your achievements, elevate your industry profile, and position yourself among top leaders driving food industry advancements. Don\u2019t miss your chance to stand out\u2014submit your entry today!<\/p>\n
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