2018 was a great year for U.S. Beef Exports. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom said while November and December numbers are not available, thanks to the Government... Read more
The U.S. dairy sector is worried about access to the lucrative Japan market. Dairy groups and officials are sending a brand-new, industry-funded study to Administration officials and member... Read more
When we said goodbye to 2018 the Comprehensive and Progressive Agreement for Trans-Pacific Partnership (CPTPP), went into effect for six countries: Japan, Mexico, Singapore, Canada, New Zeal... Read more
U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, has so far refused to say how the ongoing partial government shutdown will affect operations. Politico sources in the administration and industr... Read more
A large trade deal comprised of 11 nations became official on Sunday, December 30th after years of back-and-forth talks. A StraitsTimes.com article said the first six countries to ratify the... Read more
On Monday, the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative opened a public hearing in preparation for its upcoming trade agreement negotiations with Japan. One off those who testified at that h... Read more
America’s dairy farmers are urging President Trump to work on opening up the Japanese market as soon as possible. Officials are getting ready to begin trade talks between the two countries... Read more
There has been speculation by some, that once the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement is signed and takes affect, that the United States may consider rejoining the trade agreement formerly known as... Read more
Time is of the essence for the United States to reach a bilateral trade agreement with Japan. “They’re absolutely a critical market for us when it comes to beef, pork and... Read more
Sonny Perdue is looking back at his first 18 months as Ag Secretary. During the past year and a half, he’s made trips to 47 of the 50 states, including Washington, Oregon and Idaho. ... Read more
