Wisconsin Farm Groups Praise Agreement on USMCA
Wednesday, December 11th, 2019 -- 7:39 AM
(Wisconsin Ag Connection) -Now that the Trump Administration and House Democrats are finally in step with a plan to implement the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement, several of Wisconsin's agricultural organizations are urging Congress to act swiftly on the package that aims to replace the dated North American Free Trade Agreement.In a statement by FarmFirst Dairy Cooperative Manager Jeff Lyon, who also served briefly as Wisconsin's interim state agriculture secretary in 2017, the agreement sends a positive message to the rest of the world by demonstrating that the U.S. can sign and pass trade legislation that reflects modern trade rules. Edge Dairy Farmer Cooperative President Brody Stapel added that dairy farmers across the region will benefit from the deal during a time when market access is needed. The Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association is also applauding the announcement. A press release from their office said producers and processors alike have faced 'significant challenges' over the past few years due to marketplace and trade instability.
Meanwhile, Congressman Ron Kind from La Crosse noted that the work done around USMCA is an example of what can be accomplished when people work across the aisle to get things done. Before the plan goes to the House floor for a vote, committee hearings must be held by the House Ways and Means and Senate Finance committees.
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