Phase One Trade Deal Secured
While the U.S. and China have an agreement, in principle, for a phase one trade deal, both countries will now move to a legal review of the language. They also need to determine how to handle the signing of the…
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Livestock Industry Praises Passage of U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement
The news that the Japanese Parliament has ratified a trade agreement with the U.S. is being praised by the livestock industry. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Vice President of Government Affairs Ethan Lane calls it a huge win for U.S. cattle…
National Pork Producers Council Calling for Zero Tariff Access to China
A new analysis from Iowa State University (ISU) says zero tariff access to China for U.S. pork would greatly benefit American agriculture. Unrestricted access to the Chinese chilled and frozen market could also reduce the overall trade deficit with China…
The Growing Impact of African Swine Fever
Two years ago, African Swine Fever wasn’t high on the radar for the livestock industry. Now, the World Organization for Animal Health says 25 percent of the world’s pigs are expected to die from African swine fever. University of Minnesota…
National Pork Producers Council Launches USMCA Campaign
The National Pork Producers Council launched a new campaign this week to highlight the importance and benefits of the U.S. Mexico Canada Agreement. Called ‘It’s Pork O’Clock Somewhere,’ the campaign features pork dishes made possible by the USMCA and facts…
China Could Buy U.S. Pork Sooner Rather Than Later
Traders expect to see Chinese demand for pork continue to increase as pork supplies dwindle due to the impact of African Swine Fever. Zaner Group Ag Hedge Lead Ted Seifried says the growing optimism is supporting the lean hog market.…
U.S. Pork Industry Pleased with Japan Agreement
The U.S. pork industry is pleased with the signed trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan. The National Pork Producers Council says once implemented, the agreement signed today puts U.S. pork back on a level playing field with competitors in…
Pork Board Remains Optimistic About Trade Deals
Signing of a trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan could happen during the United Nations General Assembly later this month in New York. "Japan is the most important market, by value, for U.S. pork," says National Pork Board Chief…
Despite Trade Skirmish, Pork Exports Break Records
U.S. pork exports were record large in July. At more than 233 metric tons, pork exports were up 32 percent from one year ago. Exports to China and Hong Kong reached a record $152.5 million in value. Mexico and Japan…
An Opportunity to Level the Playing Field
A trade agreement between the U.S. and Japan could be an opportunity to level the playing field against competitors, but it doesn’t replace the Trans-Pacific Partnership. Minnesota Pork Producers Association CEO David Priesler says the agreement is great first step,…
