Corn Refiners Endorse USMCA

The Corn Refiners Association, which represents those who process corn into sweeteners, starch, feed and oils, announced Jan. 3 that it will be lobbying for a swift ratification of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement. The trade association's CEO, John Bode, said, "Mexico and Canada are the two largest export markets for refined corn products, averaging over $900 million in shipments per year. CRA is pleased that the USMCA maintains the zero tariffs that were originally achieved for corn wet milled products under NAFTA, as well as the expansion and improvements to critical text concerning sanitary and phyto-sanitary measures, good regulatory practices, customs procedures, and cooperation on biotechnology."