Agricultural leaders are back from a week-long trade mission overseas. Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs, Alexis M. Taylor led the South Korea trade mission, which included representatives from 49 U.S. companies and organizations. “U.S. food and agricultural products are really recognized by South Korean consumers and importers for their reliability, their quality, and their sustainability as well. …
Traders Watching Wall Street
Many traders continue to keeping an eye on Wall Street, especially after what transpired last week. Mark Oppold has more details.
Colombia Restores Market Access for U.S. Poultry
It was announced last week that after months of hard work by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) and the USDA, Columbia has reopened its market to U.S. poultry and egg producers. “Ensuring our producers can compete on a level playing field across the globe is a top priority for the U.S. Trade Representative’s Office,” says USTR Chief …
Opening of River Navigation System
With various factors affecting the grain trade, Mark Oppold looks at what traders are watching, including barge traffic.
Competition Grows for Peanuts in International Markets
Brazil is growing their competitiveness in the international peanut market. Tyron Spearman has more.
Trade Mission Offers New Opportunities in South Korea
Finding new trade opportunities in South Korea. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Representatives from 49 U.S. companies and organizations are heading to Seoul, South Korea this month for an agribusiness trade mission. It’s led by USDA’s Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor who says she’s confident the mission will produce great results. South …
Watching Advancements in the Grain Markets
While it hasn’t been easy, grain traders hope the advancements in the corn and soybean markets will continue. Mark Oppold has more details.
Angola as Agricultural Trade Mission Destination
USDA’s inaugural ag trade mission for the year takes place this week in Angola, with participants hoping to expand sales of their respective products within that African market. Rod Bain reports. Listen to Rod Bain’s program here.
Weather Factors Could Affect the Grain Trade
Weather factors could affect the grain trade. Mark Oppold has more on that along with news about a big event coming up this week. .
How Low is Low in the Grain Trade?
How low is low when it comes to the grain trade? That’s today’s topic from Mark Oppold.