Articles tagged under: Mexico
No Winners in a Trade War
Published February 3, 2025
The one-month pause on tariffs of Mexican products entering the U.S. is being met with praise from agriculture groups. South Dakota Corn Growers Association Executive Director Danita Murray said any trade war with Mexico would hurt South Dakotan farmers. "Mexico…Mexican Feeder Cattle Imports to Resume
Published February 2, 2025
USDA is lifting its three-month ban on Mexican cattle imports. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service shut down the border in November after New World screwworm was confirmed in southern Mexico. The U.S. and Mexico have agreed to new…Canadian Cattle Association Criticizes Proposed Tariff
Published January 22, 2025
President Trump announced he may impose a 25 percent tariff on Canada and Mexico by February 1. An order was also signed to review U.S. trade deficits and the USMCA. Nathan Phinney, president, Canadian Cattle Association, called the proposal "a…EU-Mexico Ink a Trade Deal
Published January 20, 2025
The European Union and Mexico have come to terms on a new trade agreement. The deal still needs to be approved by both governments. Numerous products will become duty-free with this agreement, including agriculture and the food sector.Retaliation Threat
Published November 28, 2024
Retaliation is likely if President-Elect Donald Trump moves forward with his proposed 25 percent tariffs on products from Mexico and Canada. Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum said she will respond with higher import taxes on U.S. products. Mexico’s economic minister said…Trump to Impose Tariffs on Canada and Mexico
Published November 26, 2024
In addition to China, President-Elect Donald Trump is now calling for tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports. Trump said he will impose a 25 percent tariff on all products coming into the U.S. from Canada and Mexico, starting on his…Mexico Seeks Food Self Sufficiency
Published October 23, 2024
Mexico's new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is promoting a self-sufficiency food initiative. Mexican farmers will be paid a guaranteed price to grow the corn needed for tortillas. Incentives are also in place for Mexico to increase domestic dry bean production by…Food Self-Sufficiency in Mexico
Published October 23, 2024
Mexico’s new president, Claudia Sheinbaum, is promoting a self sufficiency initiative for food staples, including tortillas and dry beans. This includes a plan to increase corn and bean production. The focus would be on guaranteeing prices for farmers who grow…Rail Shipments Suspended
Published September 27, 2024
Two major U.S. railroads have suspended grain shipments to Mexico. BNSF and Union Pacific claim Mexico’s largest rail company cannot handle the current demand. Mexico’s Ferromex rail network has faced congestion and lengthy delays. Ferromex connects the U.S. railroads at…