Recently, the US Supreme Court has upheld California's Proposition 12, which will come into effect on July 1, 2023 and will ban, within the state, the trade of pork coming from any farms, both inside and outside its borders, that confine pregnant sows to gestation crates. This resolution directly affects North American pork trades and will influence market prices until producers are able to comply with the new law. To shed some light on such implications, I have a conversation with Cam Dahl, M.Sc., an expert in meat and agriculture trades in North America, the increasing border restrictions between Canada and the US, as well as the impact of labeling requirements and pork market segmentation. Additionally, he provides insights on how to overcome these barriers in the pork sector.

“Ensuring open trade, border maintenance, evidence-based regulations, and collaborative efforts among industries and governments is vital for effectively addressing trade challenges in the pork sector.” - Cam Dahl

(00:00) Highlight

(01:17) Introduction

(03:30) The thickening of the border between Canada and the US when it comes to pork

(10:35) The implications of adhering to new US requirements for pork trades

(15:00) Pork market segmentation

(21:44) Collaborative efforts to address trade challenges 

(28:03) Safeguarding the pork industry from biosecurity risks

(31:47) Overcoming barriers in the pork sector

(33:17) Final three questions

Meet the guest: Cam Dahl, M.Sc.

Experience

• Current: General Manager at the Manitoba Pork Council
• Past: Commissioner of the Canadian Grain Commission; President of Cereals Canada; and General Manager of Manitoba Beef Producers

Background

• M.Sc., Agricultural Economics (University of Manitoba)

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