Those permits must be renewed, which adds to the expensive time lag. Despite the potential frustration, Waldo, an active member of the National Pork Producers' export council remains committed to international marketing. Enhancing Trade With China Garbacz, like many others who seek trade with China, takes a close interest in the news these days. He hopes new cooperative bridges can be built with diplomacy. When government officials feel comfortable dealing with you, there is a lot less hassle.
Open trade has a ripple effect across U.S. agriculture.
If Waldo's pigs sell, for example, it also benefits the grain industry. Better exports for China means our sales may also increase because great hog demand means more feed is required. Hutchens added that, by improving its pork industry, China could provide more dietary protein to its booming population. The Nebraska Corn Board and the Nebraska Department of Agriculture have joined promotional efforts with the U.S. Feed Grains Council, another FAS-partner cooperator. The Chinese farmers and agricultural officials are well aware of the benefits of improving their pork industry, Garbacz said.