The recently launched bipartisan Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus is leading an effort to urge the Biden Administration to prioritize agriculture in its trade agenda by reducing tariff and non-tariff barriers…
Almond Update: Promoting Almonds as A Versatile Food Ingredient
…of Trade Marketing and Stewardship, underscored the importance of these events in shaping the future of almond usage in the food industry. “Attending events like Natural Products Expo West and…
Angola as Agricultural Trade Mission Destination
Shutterstock image USDA’s inaugural ag trade mission for the year takes place this week in Angola, with participants hoping to expand sales of their respective products within that African market….
World Ag Expo® Kicks Off in Tulare, CA
…Dairy, Water, International Trade, and more can be found in classroom style buildings at the corner of U & South Street. The full seminar schedule can be viewed at https://bit.ly/WAE24Seminars. The WET…
Agricultural Trade Caucus to Support Better Market Access and Improved Policy
Four bipartisan lawmakers have initiated the Congressional Agricultural Trade Caucus aiming to enhance U.S. agricultural trade. Announced last week, the caucus includes Congressmen Adrian Smith (R-NE), Jim Costa (D-CA), Dusty…
AgNet Weekly: USDA Specialty Crop Initiatives
…Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging – AgNet Weekly with Sabrina Halvorson June 15, 2024: IFPA Washington Conference, Ag Labor, Packaging 19:13 June 8, 2024: Jacqui Fatka of CoBank on Trade Issues…
Tax Relief Bill Passed in House Will Support Farming Businesses
…has garnered support from hundreds of national trade associations representing a variety of industries. A letter sent to Congressional leaders, signed by 261 trade groups, highlights the importance of the…
Federal Investments to Support U.S. Specialty Crops
…the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to supporting the specialty crops industry, contributing to rural communities, and ensuring market access for American products. The grants target diverse areas, from trade and regulatory…
Farm Bureau Backs American Sugar Producers
…domestic sugar policy. They also support a program that meets our trade commitments and ensures a fair playing field for American producers. As the largest farm group, AFBF has consistently…
MAP Funding to Support Global Organic Promotion
The Organic Trade Association (OTA) has secured over $1 million in funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Market Access Program (MAP) to promote U.S. organic products globally in 2024….
India: One of the ‘Largest Untapped Markets’ for U.S. Agriculture
…one of the largest untapped markets in the world for U.S. agriculture,” said Ryan Brewster, Senior Director for Trade Missions and Trade Shows at USDA Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). “Those…
More Than $203 Million to Support Exports of U.S. Ag Products
…for small companies, and promotion of various agricultural products. FMD will provide $27 million to 20 trade organizations representing U.S. agricultural producers, focusing on the generic promotion of U.S. commodities….
USDA and USTR Seek New Trade Advisory Committee Members
The U.S. Department of Agriculture and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative are inviting applications for new members to join agricultural trade advisory committees. The Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee…
AgNet Weekly: What’s Ahead for Ag in 2024
…ag business consulting and accounting company Pinion. More with Brian Kuehl: Expert Says Ag Trade Needs Improvement RAPP a 2023 ‘Success’ Each week we highlight essential legislative and policy conversations…