Boletín Importinfo Marzo 2026

New Supply Offers : March 2026

TFO Canada received 13 new supply offers in these categories:

9 – Food Products and Beverages (including Seafood)
2 – Footwear
1 – Clothing (not including Footwear)
1 – Personal Care, Pharmaceuticals and Natural Health Products

Sign in to your TFO Canada profile to view the suppliers that match your interests.

B2B Opportunity: Morocco–Canada Agrobusiness Meetings 2026

Discover New Agri-Food Sourcing Opportunities from Morocco

Canadian importers and distributors are invited to take part in the Morocco–Canada Agrobusiness B2B Meetings 2026, a targeted sourcing and matchmaking event connecting export‑ready Moroccan agri‑food producers with Canadian buyers. The event is organized by the Fédération Nationale de l’Agroalimentaire du Maroc (FENAGRI), Morocco’s national agri‑food industry federation, which offers pre‑scheduled B2B meetings tailored to buyer needs.

Participating companies represent a diverse range of products, including olive and argan oils, spices, dates, couscous, honey and condiments, seafood, processed foods, and organic/terroir specialties. Meetings will take place in Montréal and will also be available online, offering flexible participation options.

Dates: April 20–23, 2026
Location: Montréal, Canada | In‑person & online meetings

🔗 More information and registration: Morocco–Canada Agrobusiness B2B Meetings 2026 – TFO Canada

Featured Trade Opportunities from Costa Rica

Discover Costa Rica’s Premium Fresh Produce at CPMA 2026

The Costa Rican Export and Investment Promotion Agency (PROCOMER) invites Canadian importers and distributors to discover a reliable, high‑quality supply of fresh and value‑added produce from Costa Rica at CPMA 2026 (April 28–30).

📍 Visit Booth 1478

Meet Costa Rican exporters offering:

MD2 pineapples
Bananas and plantains
Papaya and mango
Roots and tubers
Fruit‑based snacks

Costa Rica is a global leader in fresh produce, recognized for year‑round availability, strict quality standards, and a strong commitment to sustainability and traceability. Whether you’re diversifying sourcing or securing stable supply chains, Costa Rican exporters are ready to build long‑term partnerships.

📩 Schedule a meeting: [email protected]

👤 On‑site contact: Tiffany Girón, Consular Agent in Commercial Affairs, Director Canada | [email protected]

Meet Costa Rican Exporters at SIAL Montreal 2026 & Toronto Market Mission

PROCOMER invites Canadian importers and distributors to discover high‑quality, innovative, and sustainable food products from Costa Rica at SIAL Canada (April 29–May 1), followed by a Food Industry Market Mission in Toronto (May 4–6).

📍 SIAL Canada – Booth 204

Meet a curated delegation of export‑ready Costa Rican suppliers seeking long‑term partnerships in Canada.

Product highlights include:

Premium specialty coffee
Value‑added snacks (cassava and plantain chips)
Frozen tropical and ready‑to‑cook products
High‑quality cocoa powder

Costa Rica is globally recognized for its reliability, sustainability, and consistent supply—making it a trusted sourcing partner for Canadian buyers.

✅ Why meet Costa Rican exporters?

Access vetted suppliers
Discover innovative, market‑ready products
Align with current consumer trends

📩 Schedule a meeting: [email protected]

👤 On‑site contact: Kevin Villalta | [email protected]

🌏 Market Risk Watch: Strait of Hormuz Disruption

IBISWorld reports that the conflict around the Strait of Hormuz is creating sustained shocks beyond crude oil, with natural gas emerging as the more durable industrial risk. Knock‑on effects are emerging across fertilizers, aluminum, plastics, glass, and synthetic fibers, with shipping disruption and war‑risk premiums compounding costs. These pressures affect not only energy markets, but also agriculture, food processing, packaging, textiles, and consumer goods that depend on energy‑ and input‑intensive supply chains.

Key Highlights

Natural gas is the longer‑lived shock: Energy‑intensive sectors reliant on gas as fuel/feedstock face repricing over the next 12–18 months.
Qatar Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) outage matters: Strikes forced Ras Laffan/Mesaieed shutdowns and force majeure, tightening global LNG availability and lifting prices that ripple into contracts and industrial costs.
Thin buffers amplify volatility: European benchmark gas spiked, storage sat below 30% post‑winter, and prior shocks showed fertilizer capacity curtailments up to 70% in Europe when gas surged.

Opportunities & Actions for Canadian Importers

Secure critical inputs early: Confirm allocation and lead‑times for packaging resins, fertilizer‑linked products, and synthetic fibers; expect premium pricing as LNG tightens.
Scenario‑plan logistics & finance: Budget for rerouting/war‑risk premiums and potential trade‑finance repricing on Gulf‑linked cargoes.
Protect margins: Consider price‑adjustment clauses and inventory buffers for energy‑sensitive Stock Keeping Units (SKUs) to manage volatility.

🔗 Read the analysis

👉 IBISWorld — The Hormuz Bottleneck: What the Iran Conflict Means for Industry Beyond the Barrel https://www.ibisworld.com/blog/the-hormuz-bottleneck-iran-conflict/99/5641/

Market Insight: Green Transition in Southeast Asia

A recent Asian Development Bank (ADB) feature highlights how Southeast Asia’s transition toward a green economy is expected to reshape regional production and sourcing practices. Increased investment in sustainable agriculture, green manufacturing, and circular economy solutions is likely to influence supplier standards, compliance expectations, and long‑term sourcing strategies.

Implications for Importers

Greater emphasis on climate‑resilient and sustainable farming may improve long‑term supply stability and traceability.
Expansion of green manufacturing and circular practices can support cleaner production and compliance with buyer sustainability requirements.
Stronger focus on protecting natural resources may reinforce sustainability claims for plant‑based and natural ingredients.
Early engagement with suppliers on sustainability upgrades can help manage future compliance, cost, and reputational risks.

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