Chris Grams, President of the Nebraska Corn Growers Association, expressed satisfaction with the USTR's decision to file a dispute consultation under the USMCA, highlighting Mexico's ban on GM corn and their departure from scientific consensus.
Earlier this June, the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), Katherine Tai, initiated dispute settlement consultations with Mexico under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA). The move came in response to Mexico's regulatory measures impacting the importation of genetically modified (GM) corn for human consumption, thereby affecting agricultural biotechnology products.
Grams emphasized that although the process of filing a formal dispute has taken time, it represents a crucial step in safeguarding the openness of corn markets.
The USTR's request for consultations under the USMCA underscores the United States' commitment to addressing trade issues related to agricultural biotechnology products. The Nebraska Corn Growers Association stands in support of these efforts to protect market access for corn growers and ensure fair trade practices in the region.
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