The trade agreement was first signed in November 2018 and has been strongly supported by leaders in the animal food industry.

The deal, previously announced in September, includes Japan eliminating or reducing tariffs on US food and agricultural products.

Greg Doud discussed the status of ongoing US trade talks with China, the effects of African Swine Fever in Asia, a new deal with Japan and other trade topics.

The president and CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association explains why it’s time for the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement to be ratified.

The organization supported the agreement, saying it would benefit American feed, ingredient and pet food producers.

Learn more about the trade organization, which is gearing up for its annual Feed & Pet Food Joint Conference with the National Grain and Feed Association Sept. 30 to Oct. 2.

Mallory Gaines has filled the organization's new role of manager of market access and trade policy.