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Doubts raised over USMCA as Trump criticises trade deficits

Speaking at the White House, Trump criticised trade imbalances with both neighbouring countries and stated that discussions are ongoing with Canadian and Mexican leaders.

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Science-Based Targets Initiative sets out corporate net-zero revamp

The changes, which have taken two years to draw up, includes a “best-efforts” framework for companies that sign up.

EU lines up Russia cod ban 

From January to November 2025, Russia reportedly ramped up fish shipments to the EU by 5% in both volume and value.

Cargill faces union “unfair labour practice charges”

The lockout of more than 1,700 workers at Cargill’s Fort Morgan beef plant began in May and is still ongoing.

Molinos Río de la Plata to buy NotCo units in Argentina, Uruguay

Molinos Río de la Plata said the deal gives the company “innovation credentials based on trends associated with a new generation of consumers”.

Australia’s TasFoods acquired from administration

Administrator KPMG said the “sale ensures the continued local operation of TasFoods and the employment of all Tasmanian staff under the new ownership”.

JM Smucker annual results cheer markets but tough road ahead – key takeaways

The Hostess snacks and Café Bustelo owner’s 2027 outlook envisages a fall in sales linked to coffee deflation but with an added boost to EPS.

Healthy-eating squeeze on poorest UK households tightens

The charity has calculated UK households in the poorest 20% of the population with children would have to spend more than four-fifths of their disposable income to afford the government’s recommended healthy diet.

Explainer: what is New World Screwworm and its implications for meat and dairy?

“Any product from an affected animal would not be allowed to enter the commercial food supply” – the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS).