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Potatoes and USMCA
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
While potato growers look to open up market demand overseas, in places like Japan and South Korea, industry officials are also monitoring the upcoming review of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Trade Agreement scheduled for this summer.
USMCA Doubts
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
U.S. Trade Ambassador Jamieson Greer says it’s likely the July 1st deadline to renegotiate the USMCA will pass without a final agreement.
More Funding and Tariff Relief and USMCA Importance
The Agribusiness Update
President Trump will seek funding for the war in Iran, while Republican lawmakers debate wildfire aid and $15 billion in tariff relief for farmers, and leaders from Ag, manufacturing, and technology met in Washington to highlight the importance of renewing the USMCA.
USMCA Talks with USTR
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
USTR Chief Ag Trade Negotiator Julie Callahan recently addressed rumors that the six-year review of USMCA this year could turn into separate bilateral talks with Canada and Mexico.
USMCA Fixes
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Renewal of the US-Mexico-Canada Agreement won strong bipartisan support at a Senate Finance hearing as the trade deal that replaced NAFTA comes up for its six-year review.
USMCA Hearing
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With the review process of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement sent to begin later this year, the Senate Finance Committee took a closer look at the deal last week.
Veterinarian Shortage and Ag Groups Applaud USMCA Hearing
The Agribusiness Update
The USDA identified a record rural veterinary shortage across the country, and ag groups applauded the Senate Finance Committee hearing to highlight the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, emphasizing the need for renewal.
Chapter 12 Farm Bankruptcy and Ag Groups Applaud USMCA Hearing
The Agribusiness Update
In 2025, Chapter 12 bankruptcies increased for the second year in a row, reaching 315 filings, a 46% increase from 2024, and ag groups applauded the Senate Finance Committee hearing to highlight the importance of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, emphasizing the need for renewal.
California Tax Credit for Ag Overtime and Farm Bankruptcy Climbs
The Agribusiness Update
A bipartisan bill introduced last month by California state legislators would create a tax credit to offset the cost to farmers of paying overtime, and a new American Farm Bureau Market Intel Report says Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies increased for the second year in a row.
National Peanut Board Tri-Annual Meeting and Farm Bankruptcy Climbs
The Agribusiness Update
The National Peanut Board will hold its tri-annual board and committee meetings March 2–4, in Atlanta, and a new American Farm Bureau Market Intel Report says Chapter 12 farm bankruptcies increased for the second year in a row.
USMCA Reassessment and Tree Fruit
Fruit Grower Report
WAC President, Michael Schadler says a major focus for them this year will be the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement that is scheduled for an update in the coming months.
CattleFax Shows Changes in 2026 and Right to Repair Clarification
The Agribusiness Update
The CattleFax Outlook Seminar, held as a part of CattleCon 2026 in Nashville, said there are signals showing changes ahead in 2026, and new federal clarification has added momentum to the right-to-repair debate.
NPPC Supports USMCA; Good for US Pork Producers
Line on Agriculture
The USMCA remains crucial for pork producers, as it facilitates significant exports to Canada and Mexico. The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) emphasizes the importance of the integrated North American food supply chain
USMCA Up for Review in July, 2026
Line on Agriculture
The USMCA agreement, involving the U.S., Mexico, and Canada, is due for review by July 2026. Dave Samuelson from the American Farm Bureau Federation highlights that preparations are already underway
Are Tariffs Good for Agriculture
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Kam Quarles, CEO at the National Potato Council, says tariffs create leverage and that leverage creates opportunity … but you’ve got to use the leverage in the right way.
Border Remains Closed to Mexican Livestock and Corn Growers Urge USMCA Renewal
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the U.S. IS NOT ready to open its border once again to cattle imports from Mexico, and National Corn Growers Association urges White House to support 16-year renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
Border Remains Closed to Mexican Livestock and Corn Growers Urge USMCA Renewal
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins says the U.S. IS NOT ready to open its border once again to cattle imports from Mexico, and National Corn Growers Association urges White House to support 16-year renewal of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement.
USMCA Consultations and Tariff Revenue for American Farmers
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S., Canada and Mexico have begun consultations ahead of next year’s review of the USMCA trade agreement, and the Trump Administration is drawing up plans to use tariff revenue to fund a program to support U.S. farmers.
Canada's Economy Improved
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Several recent economic reports say that, in the first six months of this year, Canada’s economy did better than expected, posting around 2% growth, despite Trump's tariff threats.
Apple Trade 2025 Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Michael Schadler, President of the Washington Apple Commission, says there is plenty of market uncertainty out there right now, but no reason to panic.