The World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled that mandatory country of origin labels (COOL) rules for meat and poultry that went into effect in 2013 still ran afoul of the global trade rules. The WTO’s compliance panel decided that the goal of country of origin labels was not trade illegal, but it narrowly found that the implementation of the COOL rules discouraged livestock imports from Canada and Mexico.
Slaves Rescued From Indonesia Island After Forced Labor Investigation
Consumer Products, Slave LaborAt first the (slaves) men filtered in by twos and threes, hearing whispers of a possible rescue. Read more
Some Pet Sickness Tied to Jerky Treats
Pet FoodBy John Lovett
Times Record • jlovett@swtimes.com
Jerky treats may be a favored snack for some dogs, but local veterinarians advise pet owners to be aware due to continued reports of sickness and a U.S. Food and Drug Administration investigation. Read more
Economy Picking Up Steam. Most Americans Not Feeling It
Economy, Jobs, Middles Class, Politics, Public PolicyThe U.S. economy is picking up steam but most Americans aren’t feeling it. By contrast, most European economies are still in bad shape, but most Europeans are doing relatively well.
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WTO Rules Against Country-of-Origin Labeling on Meat in USA
Consumer Products, Country of Origin (COOL), World Trade Organization (WTO)The World Trade Organization (WTO) has ruled in favor of Canada and Mexico in an ongoing dispute with the United States over country-of-origin labeling (COOL) on meat. Read more
WTO Attacks Commonsense Country of Origin Labels
Consumer Products, Country of Origin (COOL), World Trade Organization (WTO)The World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled that mandatory country of origin labels (COOL) rules for meat and poultry that went into effect in 2013 still ran afoul of the global trade rules. The WTO’s compliance panel decided that the goal of country of origin labels was not trade illegal, but it narrowly found that the implementation of the COOL rules discouraged livestock imports from Canada and Mexico.
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Manufacturing: If You Can Make It Here, Don’t Make It Anywhere Else
Domestic Sourcing, Economy, Jobs, Made in USA, ManufacturingImage credit: The AutoMotovated Cyclist | Flickr
People are often surprised when I tell them that my company produces 100 percent of its products here in the United States. After all, my firm, WallMonkeys makes custom wall decals at a time when cheap vinyl stickers fill the aisles at Target and 99-cent stores. According to the prevailing wisdom, manufacturing domestically should put my company at a competitive disadvantage. Read more
Should Labels Say Meat Was Made In USA?
Consumer Products, Country of Origin (COOL), Made in USA, Manufacturing, World Trade Organization (WTO)You’ve probably seen, but may not have noticed, labels on the meat at your grocery store that say something like “Born, Raised, & Harvested in the U.S.A.” or “Born and Raised in Canada, Slaughtered in the U.S.”
Read moreAs Currency War Erupts, Investors Buy American
Economy, Exports, Made in USAThe U.S. economy is facing a predicament the Federal Reserve didn’t anticipate — a stronger than expected U.S. dollar. Investors are encouraged to Buy American. Read more
Manufacturers Advise Peers to Open Doors and Minds to Millennials
Education, Skills GapWith American manufacturing on an upward trajectory, what will it take to sustain its momentum? Karen Norheim, Executive Vice President, American Crane & Equipment Corporation and Tracy Tenpenny, Partner, Tailored Label Products (TLP), believe they have a big part of the answer.
Both Ms. Norheim and Mr. Tenpenny say that attracting Millennial (age 18-32) workers to the industry is critical for maintaining progress. They point to recent research that clearly validates their belief. Read more
Military Will Now Buy 100% American Flags
Domestic Sourcing, Made in USA, ManufacturingPhoto by Gabrielle Lazaro/Daily Sun staff
Rep. Mike Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Defense has issued a rule to implement Thompson’s legislative provision requiring every American flag purchased by the Department of Defense to be 100 percent manufactured in the United States. Read more