A new regional free trade agreement proposed between the US and European Union could mean expanded markets for our nation’s ag exports. Rod Bain has more. Click to open or…
U.S. Dairy Update
U.S. dairy exports are booming, while around the nation fluid milk consumption continues its decline. Gary Crawford reports. Click to open or download audio report…
Possible New Entry in Trans-Pacific Partnership
The potential entry of one of the United State’s biggest trading partners into the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations next month could be huge for some agricultural exports. Cindy Zimmerman has the…
Backlash from M-COOL Rule
…M- COOL to satisfy the World Trade Organization, and feels it could bring on retaliation against U.S. pork exports. The NCBA calls M-COOL shortsighted, and says it sets up U.S….
Beetle Causes Problems for Citrus Exports
Another concern for California citrus growers. Now, beetle eggs could interrupt exports to South Korea. Sabrina Hill has more. Click to open or download audio report. South Korea is the…
Better Safety Rating for U.S. Beef
…he’s very pleased with the decision, and that it’s a significant achievement for American beef producers and businesses. Vilsack says the new lower risk category will mean more exports for…
Biggest Tomato Crop in CA History?
…though, since that means growers are able to factor in consistent demand for both domestic and continued growth for exports. Industry officials also point out that tomato yields have increased…
California Table Grapes Popular in England
…according to the California Table Grape commission in Fresno, exports to those nations has increased by 36 percent in less than two years. In fact, both England and Ireland import…
American Farm Bureau Federation on Japan Trade
…sectors.” The changes will allow exports of U.S. beef from cattle less than 30 months of age to enter that Asian market starting today. AFBF economist Veronica Nigh says The…
Record Numbers for Beef, New Japan Regs
…year for the beef industry. Sabrina Hill reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Beef exports are already set hit record-breaking sales for 2012, as the final numbers are…
Senate Passes Russia Trade Bill
Both houses of Congress have now approved giving Russia most favored nation trade status, which should boost ag exports. Rod Bain has the story. Click to Open or Download Audio…
U.S. – Panama Trade Promotion Agreement
…for America’s workers and businesses that led to strong bipartisan support in both houses of Congress. Altogether, these agreements will bring an additional $2.2 billion in agricultural exports. Panama is…