WASHINGTON, D.C. – The governments of the United States and Mexico signed an agreement that will end a 23-month-long conflict resulting in the imposition of rotating retaliatory taxes on American produce entering Mexico. Yesterday's agreement reduces the tariffs placed on U.S. exports to Mexico by half, with the remaining 50 percent to cease upon the clearance of Mexican shipments to cross the American border. United Fresh Director of Government Relations Julie Manes releases the following statement on the agreement:
“This accord is fantastic news for the produce industry, and we are excited to see more trade with Mexico, which provides such a valuable market for American produce. United Fresh recognizes and applauds the work of the Department of Transportation and the office of the U.S. Trade Representative for their dedication in pursuing a workable, expedited solution to this standoff that has lingered for too long. As part of the Alliance to Keep U.S. Jobs, we’ve worked hand in hand with our partners in the industry and in Washington to provide feedback and inside on this issue and we are very happy that the end is close in sight.”
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Founded in 1904, the United Fresh Produce Association serves companies at the forefront of the global fresh and fresh-cut produce industry, including growers, shippers, fresh-cut processors, wholesalers, distributors, retailers, foodservice operators, industry suppliers and allied associations. From its headquarters in Washington, D.C. and Western Regional office in Salinas, Calif., United Fresh and its members work year-round to make a difference for the produce industry by driving policies that increase consumption of fresh produce, shaping critical legislative and regulatory action, providing scientific and technical leadership in food safety, quality assurance, nutrition and health, and developing educational programs and business opportunities to assist member companies in growing successful businesses. For more information, visit www.unitedfresh.org or call 202-303-3400.
Source: United Fresh Produce Association
