By Jamie Martin
American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall is in the United Kingdom this week to discuss the future of U.S.-U.K. agricultural trade. His meetings aim to push for finalizing a new trade agreement that enhances access to British markets for American farm products, especially ethanol.
President Duvall held productive discussions with both the UK’s Department for Business and Trade and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA).
The focus was to emphasize the value of strengthening ties between U.S. and UK agriculture sectors and ensuring mutual market benefits.
“I had positive meetings with the U.K.’s Department for Business and Trade, and the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. We discussed the importance of creating new trade deals for America’s farmers and ranchers, and I shared with them the strength and safety of American agriculture.”
In May, the U.S. and UK announced a new trade deal proposal. The Farm Bureau supports its swift finalization, especially for increasing ethanol exports and other U.S. agricultural products.
Duvall also met with Warren Stephens, the U.S. Ambassador to the UK. They discussed ways to promote shared trade opportunities and ensure America’s farmers can continue feeding families at home and abroad.
Duvall also toured British farms to learn more about local practices and reinforce shared values in food safety and sustainability.
The Farm Bureau believes that continued collaboration and strong policy engagement will help both nations build lasting agricultural partnerships that benefit farmers and consumers alike.
For more updates, visit the American Farm Bureau’s website or follow official trade announcements.
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