Archives for October 11, 2005

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US trade offer breaks WTO deadlock

By  Anthony Fletcher

A firm commitment from the US to cut domestic farm subsidies by 60 percent within a five-year timeframe could revitalize WTO negotiations and benefit US food makers, according to the International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA).

UK dairy must adapt to inspire investment

By  Chris Mercer

The UK dairy industry lacks strategic direction and investment, and needs to find new ways of working as a unit to realise its strong potential, says the National Farmers' Union in its long-awaited report.