Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is calling for “a circular economy” with more opportunities for agriculture at home. Vilsack told the Commodity Classic that begins with trade. “It’s fair to say the trade war with China impacted the market and we need to take a strategic approach moving forward,” said Vilsack. Before the pandemic, the U.S. represented 25 percent of all ag exports into China. That number is now 18 percent. “China diversified. We also have to diversify ourselves and create more opportunities outside of China.” The USDA will also have four trade missions this year, including the United Kingdom, Spain, the Philippines and Kenya. Sustainability and market consolidation were among the numerous other topics addressed.
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