Category: Trade
Groups call for ban on PEI fresh potatoes after report of new potato wart detection
The National Potato Council joined 13 state potato organizations in calling for an immediate reinstatement of a ban on fresh potato imports from Prince Edward Island after detection of potato wart in a previously unregulated field.
NPC urges action against China’s growing exports of frozen fries
The National Potato Council has urged action against China’s growing production capacity in frozen fries, filing formal comments with the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.
Leaders say USMCA renewal unlikely by July but remain optimistic
While leaders have expressed doubt that the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will be renewed by a July deadline, optimism remains that countries will not withdraw from the landmark trade agreement.
TASC funding to support efforts to fully open Japanese market
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service awarded $179,000 in Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops (TASC) funding to the National Potato Council (NPC) to support its ongoing market access efforts in Japan over the next three years.
US trade rep travels to Mexico for second round of USMCA talks
U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will travel to Mexico on April 20 to continue discussions to review the U.S.-Mexico-Canada trade agreement.
USDA funding aims to provide boost to US exports
USDA announces 55 recipients of trade promotion funding and anticipates additional infusion of funds in 2027.
US export market to receive $8.4 million boost
More than $8.4 million earmarked to expand export markets for U.S. goods will be distributed by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service through three programs.
Letter urges focus on Japanese fresh market access during visit
Ahead of the Japanese prime minister’s visit to the United States, a bipartisan letter signed by 68 members of Congress urges the opening Japan’s market to U.S. fresh potatoes.
Mexican potato growers strike to protest US competition
This past week, Mexican potato growers engaged in a national strike against competition from the U.S. Learn why the Mexican market is valuable
NPC disappointed that US/Japan deal does not address fresh market access
The National Potato Council has expressed disappointment that a US/Japan trade deal does not include fresh market access. Learn more.
Aid efforts, trade talks soldier on amid government shutdown
Push for specialty crop emergency funding and lobbying for fresh potato access to Japan continues amid government shutdown. Learn more.
NPC CEO hopeful new trade model can propel potatoes into new markets
NPC CEO Kam Quarles hopeful that new trade model can help obtain US fresh market access to Japan. Read more.
NPC nabs share of $8.3M to boost specialty crop trade
USDA is awarding $8.3 million to address trade barriers and expand market access for U.S. specialty crops. Learn who the recipients are.
US fresh and frozen export volume rises despite overall dip
U.S. export volumes rose for fresh, frozen potatoes from July 2024-June 2025, while total volume dipped 3.75%. Find out the driving factors.
Potato products part of potential EU counter-tariffs
Potato products are in the crosshairs of potential EU counter-tariff plans if a deal is not reached. Learn more details.
New resource aims to bolster specialty crop exports
A new resource aims to help American vegetable, fruit and nut exporters expand into new markets while navigating global pesticide regulations.