Trade Policies Farmers 2021-04-15
2021-04-15
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Q1
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The question arises from concerns about the impact of trade policies on UK farmers. It highlights the need for support in exporting goods and capitalizing on international markets.
I am concerned about the potential effect of my Department's trade policies on UK farmers. What recent assessment has she made regarding this?
We want to sell more British food around the world and help farmers make the most of our trade deals with 66 nations, plus the EU. We launched the Open Doors campaign to assist farmers in exporting to fast-growing markets.
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Specific assessment of impact on UK farmers
Help Farmers Make The Most Of Our Trade Deals
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Q2
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There is significant interest in expanding export opportunities for Welsh lamb and beef, particularly with Japan and the United States. The question seeks updates on these markets.
Can my right hon. Friend build on the success of FTAs, especially with Japan, to open up more markets for Welsh lamb and beef? Can she update us on progress in the US and Japan?
Welsh farmers export £144 million of lamb and beef worldwide. The US market has opened for beef, and Japan for lamb, boosting figures further. Last month, I visited Kepak, which ships beef from Welsh farms to the US.
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The Trade and Agriculture Commission has published a final report recommending core standards for UK's minimum requirements in tariff reductions concerning food safety, the environment, and animal welfare.
Can I start by asking her when the Government intend to publish the core set of standards that the commission has called for?
I agree with the report produced by Tim Smith's team, which outlines the future for British agricultural trade. We will respond to the report in due course.
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Publication date of core standards
We Will Be Responding To The Report
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There are upcoming trade agreements with Australia and New Zealand, and it is crucial to judge these against the core set of standards recommended by the Trade and Agriculture Commission.
Can I ask her to make it clear today that there will be no proposed reduction in tariffs for any agricultural products not meeting Britain's core standards?
For every free trade agreement, the Trade and Agriculture Commission will produce a report on issues outlined. Our partners in Australia and New Zealand maintain high standards.
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Clear commitment to no tariff reduction for non-compliant products
For Every Free Trade Agreement, The Trade And Agriculture Commission Will Produce A Report
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