The U.S. and India are taking significant steps to enhance agricultural trade by lowering tariffs and harmonizing standards.
U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack welcomed India's recent agreement to reduce tariffs on key agricultural imports, including turkey and blueberries, which aims to create new market opportunities for American producers. This initiative is part of broader efforts to strengthen trade relations and address existing barriers, fostering a more collaborative environment for agricultural exchange between the two nations.
Citations:
[1] https://www.usda.gov/media/press-releases/2023/09/08/statement-secretary-vilsack-regarding-indias-reduction-tariffs
[2] https://www.privacyshield.gov/ps/article?id=India-Import-Tariffs
[3] https://www.ers.usda.gov/webdocs/publications/41241/32220_aer796.pdf?v=0
[4] https://www.iatp.org/agricultural-trade-standards-within-ipef
[5] https://www.usitc.gov/publications/industry_econ_analysis_332/2009/india_effects_tariffs_and_nontariff_measures_us.htm
[6] https://www.trade.gov/country-commercial-guides/indonesia-import-tariffs
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[8] https://citinewsroom.com/2024/09/soya-value-chain-association-calls-for-inclusion-in-export-permits-committee/