Trade

The U.S. Potato Industry Seeks Trade Deal: A $150 Million Opportunity The U.S. potato industry is alive with optimism as discussions with Japan signal potential for a fresh trade deal. With an opportunity estimated at $150 million each year, U.S. potato growers are eager for fresh tablestock potatoes to enter the Japanese market. The Potential of Fresh Potatoes in Japan Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, has shared his insights with Brownfield, expressing hope for these trade discussions that have been ongoing for years....

Fresh Potato Talks with Japan Pt 2 Talk about spud diplomacy and get ready for a mash-up of agricultural insights. This report shines a light on the ongoing discussions about fresh potato trade with Japan. Given the historical context and current market dynamics, this isn’t just a casual sit-down; it’s about forging valuable connections. Insights into the Trade Relationship Under the surface of these talks lies potential for better trade agreements....

Fresh Potato Talks with Japan Pt 2 In a landscape marked by agricultural negotiations, talks with Japanese officials are stirring hopes for better trade agreements and improved access for U.S. fresh potatoes in Japan. The Unfolding Story of Trade From the Ag Information Network, Bob Larson relays insights from Kam Quarles, CEO of the National Potato Council, who articulates the cautious optimism surrounding these discussions. Quarles emphasizes that while the potential for enhanced U....

Fresh Potato Talks with Japan Pt 1 From the Ag Information Network, I’m Bob Larson. Potentially good news for potato growers as word gets out that the Trump administration has begun talks with Japan to eliminate tariff and non-tariff trade barriers. The Importance of Trade Access National Potato Council CEO, Kam Quarles, says they’ve been pushing for this access for years. If granted, it could mean about $150 million a year in new U....