Category: Trade
Data shows US seed exports surging in Central America
U.S. seed potato exports saw major gains in Central America from July 2024 to March 2025. Learn what factors are driving the surge.
US potato export volume dips from July 2024-March 2025
Data from the U.S. Department of Commerce shows a 4% drop in total export volume. Find out what factors drove the decrease.
Federal court strikes down tariffs, finds Trump exceeded authority
A federal court struck down tariffs imposed by the Trump administration on U.S. trading partners. Learn more about what could happen next.
NPC calls for elimination of tariffs on US potato exports to Vietnam
The National Potato Council called for the elimination of tariffs on U.S. potatoes to Vietnam in a letter to top trade officials.
Navigating tariff turbulence presents a complicated path
Trade spotlight could provide access opportunities
Potato industry hopes for market movement in Japan
USDA secretary signals intention to fight for table stock access
Potatoes USA chair emphasizes focus on international demand
Steve Elfering, elected chair of Potatoes USA in late March, emphasized the importance of international demand for U.S. potatoes
MASC program to provide additional $1.3B in specialty crop assistance
A second round of payments will provide up to $1.3 billion in additional assistance for specialty crop producers
Pennsylvania takes potato spotlight; tariff negotiations with Japan begin
Congressional officials visit Pennsylvania potato operation; industry urges focus on fresh market access as tariff talks with Japan begin
Potato industry braces for impact of additional tariffs
The agriculture industry braced Wednesday for the unveiling of additional tariffs by U.S. President Donald Trump
US potato industry seeking inroads in Japan
Struggle to fully open Japanese market has gone on for almost 30 years
