NCGA Backs Continued USMCA Negotiations Following Mexico City Talks

The United States concluded a round of negotiations in Mexico City this week focused on the future of the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement, prompting support from the National Corn Growers Association for continued discussions among the three countries.

NCGA President Jed Bower, an Ohio farmer, said the organization is encouraged by the ongoing dialogue between U.S. and Mexican officials as they work toward renewing the trade agreement.

According to the association, the agreement has provided significant benefits for U.S. agriculture since it was negotiated during President Donald Trump's first term. NCGA said the agreement supports demand for 1.8 billion bushels of U.S. corn and contributes $20 billion to the U.S. economy.

The organization urged the United States, Mexico and Canada to continue trilateral negotiations and resolve remaining issues as quickly as possible to secure the long-term future of the agreement.

The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement is a key export framework for U.S. agriculture, with corn among the commodities that have benefited from expanded market access and continued trade with neighboring countries.

Source: National Corn Growers Association, "Corn Growers Applaud USMCA Talks, Urge Trilateral Action"