Later today, President Trump will meet with his Panamanian counterpart to discuss the Panama Canal.
We could get some clarity after a week of back-and-forth between the two countries.
“We’re going to meet with Panama on Friday about 3:30 in the afternoon by phone,” said Pres. Trump. “And maybe they’ll be some representatives that, you know, here or there, but we’re going to be talking to Panama on Friday, essentially, and they’ve agreed to certain things, but I’m not happy with it.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio traveled to Panama on his first trip abroad.
This week, he announced that the country would eliminate fees on U.S. government ships. However, Panama’s President said that was not true and accused the U.S. of spreading lies. Rubio walked back his claim but did say that Panama is expected to eliminate the fees.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney joins us to discuss the USMCA review process and the current dynamics shaping North American agricultural trade relations.
Federal and state officials continue expanding resources to help contain the pest.
Chelsea Gazillo with American Farmland Trust joins us to discuss challenges facing California farmers, efforts to support producer profitability, and resources available through the organization’s policy advocacy programs.
USDA says total grain inspected for export reached 2.81 million metric tons for the week ending June 11.
Experts note that economic growth, fuel demand, and energy diversification are opening new opportunities for U.S. grain and ethanol exports in Southeast Asia.
Agencies will collaborate to monitor wildlife movement along the U.S. Southern Border and reduce pathways for New World Screwworm to spread.
