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Mexico: An Important Trade Destination for U.S. Corn
Mexico is an important trade partner and leading export destination for U.S. corn. As Mexico’s domestic use of corn more than doubled over the past decade, the U.S. has helped meet their growing demand. Mexico issued a decree in February 2023 calling for the immediate ban on genetically modified (GM) corn in the masa or tortilla flour food sector. The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) is in consultations with Mexican counterparts over the issue. Continued and strengthened trade with Mexico is important to U.S. corn.
In this video, I’ll present a look at Mexico’s corn import needs and changes in trade flow patterns. First up, three takeaways from the analysis, followed by more detail.
Stay up-to-the minute with the National Corn Growers Association's Lead Economist, Krista Swanson.
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