…effort.Trump said he believes the U.S. will “end up probably terminating NAFTA at some point.” It’s not the first time the President has threatened to withdraw from NAFTA. In April,…
Wheat Growers Say NAFTA Can be Improved
As formal renegotiation discussions for the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) begin in Washington, NAWG continues to stress “Do No Harm.” In the next couple of weeks, negotiators from…
First Round of NAFTA Talks Conclude
The first round of talks between the U.S., Canada, and Mexico, ended last week with all three sides saying they’re committed to getting negotiations done as quickly as possible. The…
Next Rounds of NAFTA Talks are Already Scheduled
While the first round of talks to renegotiate the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) aren’t done yet, the next two rounds are already on the schedule. Politico’s Morning Ag…
Agriculture’s ‘Do No Harm’ Message Getting Through?
Agriculture’s ‘do no harm’ message to those renegotiating NAFTA seems to be getting through…but will it bear fruit? American Farm Bureau trade adviser Dave Salmonsen says a joint letter from…
Dairy Farmers of Canada in Washington, D.C. to Defend Supply Management System
…supply management system and open access for more U.S. dairy products into Canada. The first round of NAFTA talks this week were to establish an action plan for future negotiations….
Lighthizer: NAFTA Costing Jobs, Failing Americans
Lighthizer At the start of the negotiations of the North American Free Trade Agreement this week, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told reports the deal had benefited many Americans, but…
Not All Ag Groups Happy with Direction of NAFTA Talks
…a thorough, independent evaluation of NAFTA’s economic, social, environmental and governance impacts,” adding “the new NAFTA should support local farming communities. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S., Canadian and Mexican Farm Groups Support Modernized NAFTA
…officials reiterating their calls that NAFTA renegotiations should aim to modernize the agreement, rather than dismantle it. The AFBF, CFA, and CNA agree that agriculture represents one of NAFTA’s biggest…
U.S. to Pursue Other Trade Openings During NAFTA Talks
The U.S. will continue to pursue other trade openings during expected months of talks to modernize NAFTA. Major new bilateral deals may have to await the conclusion of NAFTA talks….
Canada Bringing Guarded Optimism to NAFTA Talks
…added. Canada seems to think President Donald Trump’s NAFTA concerns are primarily with Mexico. However, Canadian officials are very concerned over U.S. efforts to gain concessions in politically contentious issues…
Trump Wants Produce Dumping Protection in NAFTA 2.0
As NAFTA renegotiations begin on Wednesday, U.S. negotiators are planning to introduce a proposal aimed at making it easier for produce growers to bring potential anti-dumping cases against Mexico. Politico’s…
U.S. Feed Grain and Ethanol Exports Up
…Exports of U.S. ethanol to Canada, a key partner through the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA), also increased to 263 million gallons, a five percent growth compared to the…
Wall Street Journal Names Agriculture a NAFTA Issue to Watch
…process. Noting that corn, beef and pork producers are happy with the current NAFTA, The Wall Street Journal points out that disagreements over agriculture can quickly turn bitter in trade…