…America will find itself at a big trade disadvantage in this region. The fact is, the United States will lose considerable market share once the trade agreement goes into effect….
USDA Backs Off on Organic Checkoff Program
…terminate the proceeding was “based on uncertain industry support for and unresolved issues with the proposed program.” The measure was backed by the Organic Trade Association (OTA), which would have…
Proposed Tariff Hearings Underway in Washington
…maker, as part of the talks that are ongoing this week, in exchange for status quo agricultural trade. A delegation from China is visiting with U.S. trade officials in Washington,…
Trump Exploring Exports Under RFS, Scaling Back Hardship Waivers, E15 Sales
…spark further trade tensions. But, the action by the White House would also allow for year-round sales of E15, a win for ethanol producers. Regarding the hardship waivers, which Senator…
OTA Comments on USDA Halting Organic Checkoff Proposal
…USDA says the decision is “based on uncertain industry support” for the program and “substantive issues” with the proposed program. The Organic Trade Association however says the USDA actions reflects…
Trump Deal on China’s ZTE May Reduce Ag Tariff’s
A possible agreement between President Trump and China that would relax penalties on a Chinese telecom company could ease the agriculture tariff threats. Trump is talking with China to ease…
Canada, China, Talking Trade
Canada and China are seeking a stronger trade relationship. The two countries have agreed to increase collaboration on agriculture, including expanding market access. The move is key to a trade…
Perdue Names Bruce Summers AMS Administrator
…grading, laboratory and quality verification programs. The agency also manages the USDA Market News Service, which provides free, unbiased price and sales information on farm commodities, and ensures fair trade…
NAFTA Clock Is Ticking
The Trump Administration is working against the clock to get the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) negotiations done in time for a vote during this year’s December session of…
Agriculture Prominent in U.S. and China Discussions
U.S. Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross gave testimony to a Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Thursday, during which trade with China was a key topic. Channel News Asia Dot Com says Ross…
Agri View: Who Loses in the Event of a Trade War?
Everett Griner talks about what the threat of a trade war has done to farmers in today’s Agri View. Everett looks at how the talk about a trade war has…
NCC: Farm Legislation Passage Much Needed
…farms and other cotton businesses employ 126,000 people and generate more than $21 billion in annual revenue. “The current trade tensions further underscore the importance of having a strong, predictable…
Conaway Comments on Trump Challenging India Market Practices
House Agriculture Chairman Mike Conaway says the Trump administration is holding India accountable in it’s latest trade move. The administration announced earlier a Word Trade Organization counter notification on India’s…
Texas Tech to Launch Veterinary School
Texas Tech University will launch the nation’s first new veterinary school in 40 years. The Amarillo, Texas city council recently approved an amendment to a 2016 agreement between Texas Tech…