USMEF Prepares Testimony Ahead of Key USMCA Hearing as Experts Warn of Trade Turbulence The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is gearing up for the U.S. Trade Representative’s public hearing this week regarding the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). As the agricultural industry anticipates next year’s scheduled review of the agreement, the organization is focusing on protecting the stability and growth of …
Trade Agreement With China Seems A De-escalation
Arlan Suderman: Recent U.S.–China Deal Was “More of a De-Escalation Than an Agreement” Arlan Suderman with Stonex recently wrote a commentary that has sparked discussion throughout agricultural and financial markets. His analysis raises doubts about the strength of the trade agreement announced between the United States and China in late October. According to Suderman, the event was not a breakthrough …
USDA Releases First Soybean Report Since September
USDA November Soybean Crop Report: Yield Declines, Export Cuts, and Rising Prices The USDA has released its first soybean crop report since the government shutdown that began in September, and the November update brings several important insights for growers, marketers, and agriculture industry professionals. According to USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer, the latest data reflect meaningful shifts in yield expectations, …
US Secretary of Agriculture Leads Trade Mission to Mexico
USDA Leads Largest Agribusiness Trade Mission to Mexico Under Secretary Brooke Rollins U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced that she led the largest USDA agribusiness trade mission to Mexico last week, marking a significant milestone in U.S.–Mexico agricultural cooperation. The mission brought together an impressive delegation of 41 U.S. businesses, 33 cooperators and agricultural advocacy groups, six state departments …
USMEF Campaign promotes US Pork and Beef Variety Meats in Mexico
USMEF Launches New Campaign to Promote U.S. Variety Meats in Mexico’s Cantinas The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is spotlighting a new promotional campaign aimed at expanding the presence of U.S. pork and beef variety meats in Mexican cantinas, the leading export destination for these specialty products. The initiative focuses on highlighting the versatility, quality, and affordability of variety meats …
Long Term Trade With China
China’s Aging Population Could Reduce Long-Term Demand for U.S. Agricultural Exports According to Bottom Line analysts, shifting demographic trends in China could significantly influence long-term U.S. agricultural trade. As China’s population continues to age and its birth rate declines, demand for food, feed grains, and livestock products could shrink in the years ahead. “something to keep in mind regarding long-term …
American Peanut Council in Mexico
American Peanut Council Strengthens Trade Ties with Mexico to Boost U.S. Exports The American Peanut Council (APC) has spent the past week in Mexico City, working alongside the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to deepen trade partnerships and strengthen relationships with key industry leaders. The goal of this mission was clear — to continue building mutually rewarding partnerships and expand …
US Peanut Federation Advocates To Keep USMCA
US Peanut Federation Urges Congress to Protect USMCA Trade Agreement The U.S. Peanut Federation (USPF), representing the interests of peanut shellers, buying points, and growers across key producing regions, is actively petitioning Congress to ensure the stability and continuation of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement (USMCA). Maintaining robust trade relationships with Mexico and Canada under the USMCA framework is deemed critical …
National Corn Growers Urges Full Renewal of USMCA
National Corn Growers Association Calls for Full Renewal of USMCA to Protect Corn Trade The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) is urging the full 16-year renewal of the U.S.–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA), emphasizing its essential role in supporting and expanding U.S. corn exports across North America. The organization submitted comments to the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) outlining the agreement’s importance to …
US Secretary of Agriculture Announces Another Trade Agreement
Bangladesh to Purchase $1 Billion in U.S. Soybeans Following New Trade Agreement U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced this week that the Trump Administration has secured a new trade agreement that will significantly boost U.S. soybean exports. The deal marks another key step in expanding global agricultural markets following the administration’s recent trade agreement with China. “America Means Business! …










