Category: International Markets
Trump pledges more tariffs on Mexico over immigration
President Donald Trump said a 5% tariff on all goods from Mexico would be instated on June 10, with 5% increases at the start of each month through Oct. 1.
Next World Potato Congress set for Dublin in 2021
Ireland’s history with potatoes dates back to the 16th century, when spuds made their way from Peru. The World Potato Congress will take the same route.
Western Growers calls USDA’s trade mitigation package ‘insufficient’ for farmers
“It is important to acknowledge that the current trade aid package — as was the case with the last one — will be insufficient to make the industry whole.”
Dan Moss reps potato industry at White House agricultural event
Former National Potato Council President Dan Moss attended an agricultural event with President Donald Trump at the White House on Thursday, May 23.
USDA announces initial details of $16 billion trade relief package, no mention of potatoes
Several specialty crops were listed in the USDA’s trade relief aid package, but there was no mention of any aid to potato growers.
Belgium’s ideal soil helps make it largest exporter of frozen potatoes
In 2018, the Belgian potato processing sector achieved record growth, exceeding 5 million tons of processed potatoes. After last year’s drought, production is facing challenges, however.
Mexico removes tariffs on frozen potatoes from US
President Trump lifted Section 232 steel and aluminum tariffs on Canada and Mexico May 17. Mexico removed its tariff on frozen potatoes from 3 days later.
US potato exports show modest gains through three quarters
Tariffs placed on U.S. potatoes by China and Mexico have hurt, but exporters have been able to make up losses, particularly in Europe and South America.
Washington potato export market ‘red hot’ in spite of China tariffs
Chris Voigt said that the market for potatoes is “red hot.” Anything Washington lost in the way of China tariff fallout is being made up in other markets.
China to hit US frozen fries, dehy potatoes with more tariffs
U.S. potato exporters of frozen fries are facing a 15% tariff on exports to China. Dehy potato exporters are looking at a 30% tariff.
Frito-Lay owner Pepsi goes after farmers in India for growing patented potato variety
PepsiCo — the parent company of Frito-Lay — is suing four small farms in India for growing one of its patented potato chip varieties.
US agribusinesses, farms tour Taiwan in search of exporting deals
“Taiwan is an import-dependent economy and has a real affinity for U.S. ag products because of their quality, affordability and safety,” Ken Isley said.
USMCA impact: U.S. agriculture exports to increase by 1.1%
The U.S. International Trade Commission found that the USMCA will result in a modest overall increase in U.S. agricultural exports by 1.1% ($2.2 billion).