Asia

As farmers gear up to meet rising food demands, the battle against pests and diseases is shaping a booming industry.

A strong dollar and rising competition are reshaping American meat exports. Tune in to hear how local producers are navigating these tricky waters.

A significant dip in beef exports this November raises eyebrows, but hold on—there are some bright spots worth celebrating!

With more flexibility in financing, U.S. farmers could find new markets waiting for their goods. Let’s dive into what this means for them.

Ocean container rates from Asia to North America saw a slight uptick recently as the Trump administration’s tariff-driven trade strategy roils global markets, Freightos reported Wednesday.  Rates from Asia to the U.S. West Coast were up 10% week over week to $2,465 per forty-foot equivalent unit, per an April 16 market update.  Rates to...

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association member Robby Kirkland recently testified before the House Ways and Means Committee about the association’s trade priorities.  He spoke at a hearing titled “American Trade Negotiation Priorities” and highlighted the benefits of past trade agreements for U.S. cattle producers and the need ...

The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications for its agribusiness trade mission to Hong Kong, scheduled for May 12th-16th.  Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating must apply by Thursday January 30th.   “This ...

Back in August, the USDA gave the greenlight for a genetically modified wheat to be grown in the United States.  Does this mean growers across the Northwest will soon plant and grow HB4 wheat, which is modified to be drought tolerate?   ...

The latest U.S. red meat export numbers are out.  U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom, said October beef exports totaled 105,269 metric tons, up 1% year-over-year, while the value jumped 3% to $860.4 million.   “...

According to data from the USDA, American beef exports continued building momentum in July.  Beef exports that month were up 7% from a year ago and the second largest of 2024.  U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom said they are very encouraged by what they are seeing.   “With abou...