…neighbors in the Western Hemisphere.” The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. Lawmakers Alert USTR of Chinese Influence in Latin America…
USTR Tai Meets with Chinese Counterpart
…States and China but also the global economy, according to a USTR statement. Additionally, Ambassador Tai emphasized U.S. concerns relating to China’s state-led, non-market policies and practices that harm American…
USTR Tai Meets with United Kingdom on Trade
…investment ties between the U.S. and the United Kingdom. The USTR office says Tai discussed USTR’s ongoing review of the U.S. – U.K. free trade agreement negotiations to evaluate how…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 07-09-21
…the difficulties in acquiring insurance is causing concern for folks as wildfire season approaches and the USTR met with USMCA trade officials. Tune in to the show for these news…
Katherine Tai Confirmed as New U.S. Trade Representative
…about positive change. “ARA is pleased that the Senate confirmed Katherine Tai as USTR today,” said Agricultural Retailers Association (ARA) President and CEO Daren Coppock. “She has the experience and…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 12-17-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ag groups push USTR for fair trade with the…
Biden Selects Katherine Tai to be Next U.S. Trade Representative
Continuing to build out his cabinet, President-elect Joe Biden announced that Katherine Tai will be nominated as the next U.S. Trade Representative (USTR). If confirmed, it would make Tai the…
USTR Calls for Trade Investigation for Imported Produce
…and helped make this plan a priority.” The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Department of Commerce, and USTR developed a plan to address the concerns raised by industry members. Lighthizer…
EU Prepared to Impose Tariffs on American Goods After WTO Decision
…noted that he has been working with USTR Lighthizer in working out a solution. The EU does not want to impose tariffs but will do so if necessary. Lighthizer also…
US Officials Addressing Canadian Rules for Romaine Testing
…with Canadian officials to address the issue. The U.S. Department of Agriculture, the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR), as well as the California Leafy Greens Marketing Agreement (LGMA), are also…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 10-07-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers soybeans proving to be a viable material for concrete sealant, USTR Chief Negotiator…
Plans Outlined to Support American Producers of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
Federal agencies have outlined plans to help protect American producers from threats created by foreign imports of fresh fruits and vegetables. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), the…
USTR Eases USMCA Concerns: ‘We’re Ready to Go’
…recent House Ways and Means Committee hearing. Several members had questions related to how the U.S. intends to enforce the agreed-upon terms of the trade deal. “USTR has taken the…
Implementation of Chinese Trade Agreement Continues Making Headway
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) have indicated that the Chinese trade agreement is continuing to make progress despite setbacks related to COVID-19. Headway…