Bloomberg
America’s Farmers Need USMCA More Than Ever
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Title: U.S. Farmers and Trade Officials on USMCA's Role in Export Markets
Canada and Mexico account for a significant portion of U.S. agricultural exports. CoBank CEO Tom Halverson stated that U.S. exports to these countries have grown approximately 600% since NAFTA's creation. Iowa farmer Stu Swanson said many producers face financial pressures from commodity prices and rising costs. As negotiations around USMCA begin, some farmers have expressed concern about maintaining market access to Canada and Mexico. The agreement covers trade between the three countries.