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USDA Announces Modernization of the Foreign Agricultural Service to Strengthen Market Access and Support for U.S. Agriculture  (Washington, D.C., June 17, 2026) – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a reorganization of the Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) to streamline operations, consolidate support functions, and bring employees and programs closer to America’s agricultural heartland. The effort is part of a broader Department‑wide initiative that directs agencies to align workforce and facilities with available resources and to use these savings to focus on the core USDA mission to advance American agriculture and revive rural communities.

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The following GAIN reports were released on June 9, 2026. _______ Costa Rica: FAIRS Export Certificate Report Annual This report provides information and guidance on the export certification requirements for U.S. products entering Costa Rica. This report supplements the 2026 Food and Agricultural Import Regulations and Standards (FAIRS) Report prepared by the San José Office of Agricultural Affairs.

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The following GAIN reports were released on June 10, 2026. Hong Kong: Exporter Guide Annual Hong Kong remains one of Asia’s most important markets for imported food and agricultural products. In 2025, Hong Kong imported $20.1 billion in consumer-oriented agricultural products, while U.S. exports in this category exceeded $1.3 billion, making the United States the second-largest supplier. U.S. consumer-oriented exports to Hong Kong rose 49.3 percent year over year in the first quarter of 2026, in part due to increase re-exports to mainland China. Despite cautious consumer spending, increased cross-border shopping, shifting tourism patterns, and intense competition, Hong Kong’s affluent consumer base, strong distribution infrastructure, and demand for imported food continue to create opportunities for U.S. exporters.

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 28, 2026. _______ China: Dynamic Developments in China's Hardwood Market China’s market for hardwood logs and lumber is undergoing a rapid transformation in response to U.S.-China trade tensions including tariffs and an 8 month ban on the U.S. log imports. These changes disrupted traditional supply chains, prompting a realignment of sourcing and processing strategies. Vietnam has emerged as a key processing hub, reshaping the flow of U.S. logs and lumber into China. Despite these disruptions, demand for high-quality U.S. hardwood remains strong, especially in China’s high-end furniture manufacturing sector. This report details those challenges and

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 26, 2026. _______       Brazil: Brazil's Pulses Market - Strong Consumption and Trade

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 21, 2026. _______   European Union: European Commission Opens Call for Evidence on Biotech Act II

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 20, 2026. _______     Angola: Inflation and Food Price Dynamics in Angola Angola’s food pricing landscape in 2025 showed signs of macroeconomic stabilization, yet food costs remain structurally high and burdensome for households. Despite inflation easing from late 2024 peaks, prices for staples continue to rise due to import dependence, drought, and elevated transport costs. Southern provinces face the harshest conditions, with major drought and significant price disparities. Looking ahead in 2026, continuing gradual stabilization is expected, although food prices are unlikely to fall without deeper structural reforms.

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 14, 2026. Egypt: Egyptian Wheat Procurement Price Increase for 2026 Season On April 7, 2026, the Egyptian Minister of Supply and Internal Trade issued Ministerial Decision No. 62, establishing updated procurement prices for domestically produced wheat during the current 2026 season. These prices exceed those outlined in the earlier Ministerial Decision No. 58 and aim to bolster strategic reserves and strengthen food security amid regional instability stemming from the Iran conflict.

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 The following GAIN reports were released on May 12, 2026.

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India: Coffee Annual

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World Agricultural Production Monthly report on crop acreage, yield and production in major countries worldwide. Sources include reporting from FAS’s worldwide offices, official statistics of foreign governments,  and analysis of economic data and satellite imagery. The report reflects official USDA estimates released in the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE).  Current Report Grain: World Markets and Trade

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STAKEHOLDER NOTICE – Announcing Partnership with Auburn University to Implement Marketing Tours for U.S. Poultry The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is awarding a $112,500.00 agreement to Auburn University to design and host a 2-week marketing program in the United States to educate international buyers from the Eurasian region on the superiority of U.S. poultry meat and arrange business connections between U.S. industry and Georgian buyers.

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The following GAIN reports were released on May 4, 2026. _______ China: 37 National Food Safety Standards Released for Public Comments On April 17, 2026, China published 37 draft national food safety standards soliciting public comments until June 6, 2026. At the time of this report, China has not notified the draft standards to the WTO. This report contains an unofficial translation of the list of standards. Stakeholders are advised to review the regulations to assess any market or regulatory impacts on their business.

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The following GAIN reports were released on April 23, 2026. _______     China: Cotton and Products Annual Post projects MY 26/27 cotton production at 7.2 MMT, down 4.5 percent on an expected reduction in Xinjiang’s planted area as Beijing modifies its subsidy policy to reduce cotton planting on marginal land. Cotton imports for MY 26/27 are projected at 1.5 MMT, up slightly from the low levels estimated for MY 25/26. U.S. cotton remains subject to a 10 percent tariff affecting all U.S. products.

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Prospects for U.S. Agricultural Exports to New Zealand The United States continues to play an important role in New Zealand’s agricultural import market. U.S. agricultural exports to New Zealand increased from $496 million in 2024 to $620 million in 2025. Although New Zealand is a major agricultural producer, the United States stands out as a key supplier of dairy products, pork, fresh fruit, and pet food. The United States ranks among the top three suppliers in each of these categories. Please click here to read more >> Prospects for U.S. Agricultural Exports to Australia The United States continues to be the third-largest supplier of agricultural products to Australia. In 2025, the United States had a 9-percent market share of Australia’s agricultural imports, totaling $1.7 billion. Australia ranked as the 18th-largest U.S. agricultural export market in 2025. Consumer preferences have recently shifted toward health and convenience. Products with the strongest growth potential in the Australian market include dairy, pork, beef, distilled spirits, confectionery products, bakery goods, and pet food.

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The following GAIN reports were released on April 14, 2026. _______     China: GACC Decree 280 - Imported Food Registration Risk Evaluation On March 26, 2026, China submitted a WTO notification G/TBT/N/CHN/1964/Add.2 regarding the implementation of the Regulations of the People's Republic of China on the Customs Administration of Registration of Overseas Manufacturers of Imported Food. This notification introduces China's risk assessment report to justify its regulatory framework for overseas facility registration. This report provides an unofficial translation of the risk assessment.

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World Agricultural Production Monthly report on crop acreage, yield and production in major countries worldwide. Sources include reporting from FAS’s worldwide offices, official statistics of foreign governments,  and analysis of economic data and satellite imagery. The report reflects official USDA estimates released in the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE).  Current Report

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USDA Launches TRUMP Mission to Vietnam to Expand Market Access for American Farmers Washington, D.C., March 23, 2026 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture launched a Trade Reciprocity for U.S. Manufacturers and Producers (TRUMP) Mission to Vietnam this week to open new markets, strengthen export opportunities, and secure fair, reciprocal trade for American farmers, ranchers and producers. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke J. Lindberg is leading a delegation representing a cross-section of American agriculture that stands to benefit from expanded access to one of Asia’s fastest-growing markets.

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The following GAIN reports were released on March 19, 2026. _______     China: Grain and Feed Annual China's MY2026/27 total feed and residual use of major grains is forecast to increase slightly to 290.7 MMT, up from 289.5 MMT in MY2025/26. Corn production is forecast to rise to 305 MMT, with consumption reaching 323 MMT and ending stocks falling to 168 MMT. Corn imports are expected to remain flat at 8 MMT. Sorghum feed use is forecast to increase modestly to 8.0 MMT, while barley feed use holds steady at 8.7 MMT. Wheat and rice feed use are both expected to remain stable.

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STAKEHOLDER NOTICE – Notice of Funding Opportunity for three U.S. agriculture market promotion trips   The U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service announced on March 16, 2026, the availability of three $115,000 NOFOs that create opportunities for U.S. agricultural producers to increase exports to Uzbekistan and Armenia through U.S.-based agricultural marketing tours. USDA invites eligible applicants to apply to its three NOFOs to design and host 2-week marketing programs to educate international buyers on the superiority of U.S. agricultural products and arrange business connections between U.S. industry and Uzbek and Armenian buyers.    The three marketing tours seek to:

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The following GAIN reports were released on March 12, 2026. _______   Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan Announces Livestock Development Plan for 2026-2030 In late January of this year, Kazakhstan unveiled its five-year plan (2026-30) for developing the country’s livestock sector. The overarching goal of the government’s plan, which includes a variety of incentives, is to increase the production of milk and meat for domestic and export channels. In order to realize this production goal, the government’s plan implies the need to import 30,000-60,000 breeding beef and dairy cattle.