NCGA: U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement Bright Spot for Agriculture

September 25, 2019

NCGA: U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement Bright Spot for Agriculture

Sep 25, 2019

Author: Mary Quigley

The National Corn Growers Association today welcomed the news of a trade agreement between the United States and Japan that will increase market access for American agriculture products in Japan. NCGA President Lynn Chrisp made the following statement.

 

“Japan has been a strong trading partner and friend for American agriculture, now the second largest purchaser of U.S. corn. NCGA has long-advocated for an agreement with Japan and, with many farmers struggling amid challenging times in agriculture, this is very welcome news. While we await further details, it seems this phase one agreement will deliver for corn farmers and build upon our successful partnership with Japan.”