…year, according to the latest USDA data compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Beef exports reached 109,330 metric tons (mt) in March, up 1% year-over-year, while the export…
Meat Export Federation: Trump’s Port Fee Proposal Could Hurt U.S. Exports
DepositPhotos image The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) has joined more than 300 organizations opposing President Trump’s plan to impose steep port call fees on Chinese vessels, warning it would…
Ports Agreement Secures Future for U.S. Red Meat Exports
…the U.S. supply chain, especially for the nation’s robust red meat export market. Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), hailed the development as “extremely…
Exporters Watching Trump Trade Discussions
DepositPhotos image Will a second administration of President Donald Trump bring progress on trade negotiations with key global partners? U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Vice President of Economic Analysis Erin…
Red Meat Exports Beat Expectations for 2024
DepositPhotos image Red meat exports are showing stronger results than anticipated going into 2024, according to Dan Halstrom, CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Halstrom says his organization…
USMEF Chair Highlights Export Growth and Value for U.S. Farmers
…for USMEF. While China has been a major player, USMEF is also investing in newer markets like Africa, Central America, and South America. Colombia and Mexico stand out, with Mexico…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 11-15-24
…with Dan Halstrom of the United States Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an…
Colombia Lifts Ban on American Beef Imports
…hurt U.S. beef export purchases and reduced Colombia’s spending by as much as 70 percent during the summer. The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) says the U.S. is Colombia’s largest…
International Complications for U.S. Exports
…President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), said that higher shipping rates and logistical challenges around the world are concerning for all industries, not just agriculture. He…
Ag Export Market Development to Receive $1.3 Billion in Support
…export markets and aims to keep the U.S. ahead of its competitors. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, expressed gratitude, highlighting the success of USDA programs…
Tentative Port Labor Agreement Reached
…restore stability and confidence in the performance of the West Coast ports, and this is absolutely essential for our industry,” said Halstrom. “USMEF thanks the parties for their flexibility and…
Peterson Says Trade Only a Small Part of Farm Bill
While trade is a major part of the success of American agriculture, former long-time Minnesota Congressman Collin Peterson speaking at the recent U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Spring Conference said…
AgNet News Hour: Thursday, 06-01-23
…and comments from Collin Peterson at the USMEF on trade and the Farm Bill. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous…
AgNet Weekly: Kenneth Smith Ramos, Former Mexican Chief Negotiator
Kenneth Smith Ramos, former Mexican Chief Negotiator for the NAFTA and USMCA trade deals and current partner at AGON, was one of the speakers at this week’s USMEF Spring Conference….