National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Kevin Kester released the following statement in response to the signing of the modernized Korea-United States Trade Agreement (KORUS): “KORUS is a prime example …
American Farm Bureau Encouraged by Korea Trade Agreement
The following statement can be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “President Trump’s approval of the modernized U.S. – Korea Free Trade Agreement preserves a two-way trade …
On-time Farm Bill Hopes Dim
Hopes of an on-time farm bill are diminishing as lawmakers now have less than a week to finish a bill, get it passed by both chambers again, and on the …
U.S., Canada Talks on NAFTA Offer Little Progress
Stalled talks between the U.S. and Canada regarding the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) are expected to continue this week, as the U.S. desires to reach a deal by …
Lower Pork Prices Helping Demand
Pork production is accelerating, prices are lower, and demand is improving. New Data from the Department of Agriculture shows that lower pork prices this year have encouraged domestic and foreign …
Perdue Comments on Signing of New KORUS Trade Agreement
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue issued the following statement regarding the signing of the new United States-Republic of Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS): “We are entering into a new …
NCGA Calls on Congress to Pass Farm Bill Before Heading Home
The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), called on leaders of the Senate and House Agriculture Committees to put partisan differences aside and find common ground on a farm bill that …
High-Yield Farming May Be Better for Environment Than Previously Believed
High-yield farming techniques appear to be a less intrusive method for agricultural production and a better means of addressing the rising demand for food. According to a study that was …
U.S. Close to Proceeding With Mexico-Only Trade Deal
White House Economic Trade Adviser Kevin Hassett says the U.S. is getting very close to having to move forward on its trade deal with Mexico without Canada. The deadline to …
Foreign Market Development Faces Funding Gap
Organizations that use government funds to promote U.S. commodity purchases in foreign countries could face some funding challenges in the near future. The Hagstrom Report says that will likely happen …
Rabobank: Global Poultry Prices Under Pressure
A Rabobank report says a historic drop in poultry exports from Brazil is shaking up trade in the commodity around the world. The latest quarterly outlook on the industry says …
Canada Farmers Say Dairy Not a Bargaining Chip in Negotiations
Talks between Canada and the U.S. regarding the North American Free Trade Agreement are intensifying in Washington, D.C. Bloomberg says Canadian dairy farmers recently told Prime Minister Justin Trudeau not …
India – U.S. Closing In On Trade Agreement
India and the United States are currently in negotiations on a trade package. Reuters says Washington and New Delhi are looking to remove some long-standing disagreements between the two countries …
Bayer Says Dicamba Decision Likely Coming Soon
The world’s largest agribusiness is predicting the Environmental Protection Agency will decide soon on the future of dicamba. Bayer expects the EPA to issue a renewal and an updated license …