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USApple discusses exports with ag secretary
The U.S. Apple Association’s board of directors recently met with Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack and members of his leadership team at the USDA to discuss exports and other issues. Discussion of market access, agriculture... more »
Sen. Cantwell praises post-tariff apple exports
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, recently highlighted a successful apple export season, following India's decision to drop a 20% retaliatory tariff on U.S. apples. Prakash Gupta, consul general of a new India Consulate in Seattle,... more »
How to access USDA grants for export programs
Bryant Christie Inc., an international marketing and research firm, is offering free webinars to help food, beverage and agribusinesses seek out, apply for, and leverage government grants for export programs. Throughout its 30-plus-year history, Bryant... more »
Michigan agriculture department to honor exporters
The Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development (MDARD) is accepting applications for the 2024 Michigan Ag Exporter of the Year award. The Lansing, Michigan, MDARD annually recognizes a food, agriculture, or forestry exporting business... more »
Rural Voices USA slams Trump’s tariff plan
Rural Voices USA, a bipartisan organization that promotes the interests of rural Americans, is applauding Nikki Haley for criticizing Donald Trump’s tariff plan. The group states the plan would have a devastating impact on farmers,... more »
USDA invests in strengthening specialty crops sector
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing in programs designed to support the U.S. specialty crops industry, including promoting exports and funding a maximum residue limits (MRL) database. The launch of the Assisting Specialty... more »
$203M awarded to market access programs
More than $203 million will be awarded to nearly 70 agricultural organizations to help expand U.S. food and agricultural export markets through two USDA programs. USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is distributing the funds through the... more »
Bill seeks protections for specialty crop exports
U.S. senators and representatives have introduced legislation designed to help farmers fight trade barriers to sell specialty crops in export markets. The Specialty Crops Reporting on Opportunities and Promotion Act (Specialty CROP Act), introduced on... more »
Global table grape exports down, but category remains strong
Global table grape exports declined compared to the previous season but appear to remain on a growth trajectory, according to a recent Rabobank report. Exporting countries are grappling with various challenges while striving for efficiency... more »
India trade dispute resolution to benefit U.S. blueberry, cranberry exports
With U.S. negotiators announcing resolution of the U.S.-India World Trade Organization poultry dispute, India will reduce tariffs on certain products, including fresh and processed berries. As part of the agreement, India also agreed to reduce... more »
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