…have a mutually dependent relationship with Mexico and reaching a compromise here allows us to refocus our efforts towards quick passage by Congress of the broader U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.” Source: USDA…
Overall Impact of USMCA and the Need for Ratification
Earlier this week Vice President Mike Pence noted the importance of getting the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) ratified as it could be the “template for all our future trade deals.” During…
U.S. Department of Commerce Announces a New Draft Suspension Agreement on Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico
WASHINGTON, D.C. (USDOC) — The U.S. Department of Commerce initialed a draft agreement with Mexican tomato growers to suspend the ongoing antidumping (AD) investigation of fresh tomatoes from Mexico, ensuring…
Opportunities for U.S. Agricultural Exports in Canada
…that period from $130 million to $215 million. In addition, Canada is importing more raspberries/blackberries from Mexico. The United States had been the top supplier, but imports from Mexico have…
Importance of USMCA for American Dairy Producers
Lawmakers recently heard from several agricultural industry members about the reasons that the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) needs to be ratified quickly. President and CEO of the U.S. Dairy Export Council,…
Optimism in Avoiding Another Government Shutdown in the Fall
…to the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement,” Langley noted, “and try to get that through both the House and Senate in September-October, before the end of this year.” Listen to the report below….
Downward Pressure on Prices for Processing Tomatoes
…a lot just because of some of the trade negotiations and not being able to move as much product into Mexico and overseas as we have in the past,” said…
Farm Bureau Statement on USMCA Senate Hearing
(AFBF) — The Senate Finance Committee held a hearing on The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The following statement may be attributed to American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall. “One message…
Industry Reaction to Trade Aid Announcement
…At the moment, all eyes are on winning congressional approval for the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.” Source: National Corn Growers Association NCGA Welcomes Progress on MFP, Looks Forward to Improved Program WASHINGTON…
CAWG Foundation Awards Student Scholarships
…from Mexico, Fernando is driven to achieve his academic goals so that he can enrich his family’s economic status and better serve his community in the future. Growing up, there…
USMCA Would Allow ‘Cage-Free Wines’
The new North American trade agreement will unleash California wine in Canada. As AgNet West reported last week, the new United States-Mexico-Canada trade agreement (USMCA) has specific language built-in for…
Last Minute Push to Revive COOL in USMCA
…on the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) until the administration also includes strong enforcement provisions for labor and the environment. The letter from the Congress members states: “Consumers’ right to know about…
Pushing for USMCA Ratification: ‘California Farmers, Let Your Voice Be Heard’
…Valley to highlight the benefits of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) and urged the agricultural industry to encourage their representatives to ratify the agreement. Hundreds gathered at Doug and Julie…
NCBA, State Affiliates Urge Congress to Ratify USMCA
…swift ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The letter to Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy…