USMEF: Trade Deals like USMCA Ensure Critical Export Markets for U.S. Beef and Pork

USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom shares how recent trade talks are influencing U.S. red meat global sales and the importance of key trade agreements like the USMCA.

WASHINGTON, D.C. (RFD-TV) — Global trade deals remain at the forefront of discussions in the U.S. red meat industry as producers and exporters navigate shifting markets. Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report to discuss the latest developments and their impact on U.S. beef and pork sales worldwide.

In his interview with RFD-TV News, Halstrom provided an update on how recent trade talks are influencing global sales, emphasizing the importance of strong relationships with key markets, and previewed the upcoming strategic planning conference, where the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will be a major topic of discussion.

Halstrom also highlighted the updates attendees can expect regarding this critical trade agreement and its implications for the industry. Finally, he explained the significance of having staff from around the globe participate in the conference, stressing how interaction with U.S. farmers, ranchers, packers, and other members strengthens partnerships and supports market growth.

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