The Meat Institute has urged the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to eliminate non-tariff trade barriers and expand market access for U.S. meat and poultry products. In comments submitted to USTR Jamieson Greer, the Meat Institute highlighted concerns over unfair trade practices that hinder industry growth. Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts emphasized the Trump administration’s opportunity to advance U.S. leadership in global trade, noting that policies promoting open markets and reduced trade barriers benefit American workers and the economy. Key industry concerns include:
- China’s failure to meet Phase 1 trade commitments and retaliatory tariffs on U.S. meat.
- Regulatory obstacles limiting beef and pork exports to Taiwan.
- Trade barriers restricting access to growing Southeast Asian markets.
- Ongoing restrictions under the U.S./Korea Free Trade Agreement (KORUS).
- EU and UK policies that limit U.S. meat and poultry exports.
- Rising establishment registration requirements affecting global market access.
The Meat Institute underscored the economic significance of the meat and poultry sector, which generates $227.9 billion annually and supports over 532,000 jobs.
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