CAFTA welcomes signing of Canada–UAE trade agreement
Oct 30 2027: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) welcomes the signing of the Canada–United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which will improve market access for Canadian agriculture and agri-food exporters once it enters into force.
Canada’s agri-food exporters reinforce call for predictable, tariff-free trade at Tri-National Accord meetings in Calgary
Oct 1 2026: This week, the Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) reinforced its call for predictable, tariff-free agri-food trade at the 35th Tri-National Agricultural Accord in Calgary.
Canadian agri-food exporters welcome trade progress with Ecuador and the UAE
Jul 27 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) welcomes the signing of the Canada-Ecuador Free Trade Agreement and the conclusion of negotiations toward a Canada-United Arab Emirates Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement.
Canada’s Seafood Farmers Join CAFTA to Strengthen Agri-Food Trade Advocacy
Jun 16 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) today welcomed the Canadian Aquaculture Industry Alliance (CAIA) as a Friend of CAFTA, reflecting the critical role that exports, market access and predictable trade conditions play across Canada’s agri-food economy.
North American agricultural coalition calls for CUSMA/USMCA renewal as Canadian delegation heads to Capitol Hill
Jun 2 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) is joining nearly 160 North American agricultural organizations in calling for the renewal and strengthening of CUSMA/USMCA and backing that call with a delegation in Washington this week for direct meetings with members of key congressional committees and federal officials ahead of the July 1, 2026, joint review.
Canada’s Meat Processors Join CAFTA, Strengthening Agri-Food Voice Ahead of Key Trade Negotiations
Apr 27 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) and the Canadian Meat Council (CMC) today announced that CMC has joined as a Friend of CAFTA, deepening the agri-food sector's representation at a critical moment for international trade.
CAFTA Executive Director Michael Harvey Appointed to Canada–U.S. Economic Advisory Committee
Apr 21 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance (CAFTA) welcomes the appointment of its Executive Director, Michael Harvey, to the Government of Canada’s newly established Advisory Committee on Canada–U.S. Economic Relations, ahead of the 2026 Joint Review of the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA).
Canada’s Agri-Food Exporters Welcome Pragmatic Engagement with China
Jan 19 2026: The Canadian Agri-Food Trade Alliance welcomes renewed, pragmatic engagement with China that marks an important first step toward restoring stability and predictability in the bilateral trading relationship despite remaining market access challenges.