Panel hosted by the National Corn Growers Association and the National Foreign Trade Council brings together leaders from the agriculture, automotive and technology sectors to discuss the agreement’s impact on American jobs and competitiveness.
Washington, D.C. – Leaders from the agriculture, manufacturing and technology sectors convened in Washington today to highlight the importance of renewing the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement as the landmark trade agreement approaches its formal review period.
The panel discussion, hosted by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and the National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC), underscored how the trilateral agreement supports American jobs, strengthens North American supply chains and helps U.S. industries compete globally.
Speakers from agriculture and manufacturing sector, along with a United States senator, emphasized the broad economic impact of USMCA, noting how the agreement has strengthened North American trade and created greater certainty for businesses across sectors. They also highlighted how the trilateral framework helps American companies compete globally while supporting jobs and investment throughout the United States.
“I appreciate the National Foreign Trade Council and the National Corn Growers Association for hosting this important conversation,” said Senator Young, the keynote speaker at the event. “Working to improve and preserve USMCA is critical for Indiana’s agricultural and manufacturing communities who rely on the certainty and stability of market access in North America.”
Participants in the discussion included Matt Frostic, a Michigan farmer and first vice president of the National Corn Growers Association; Elizabeth Kosobucki, director of trade policy strategy at Ford Motor Company; and Colton Hotary, senior director of government and corporate affairs at LG. The conversation was moderated by Doug Palmer of Politico.
“USMCA has been incredibly important for farmers like me,” said Matt Frostic, a fifth-generation Michigan farmer and first vice president of the National Corn Growers Association. “Mexico and Canada are two of our most important export markets and the certainty this agreement provides allows farmers to plan, invest and continue feeding and fueling the world. As the agreement enters its review period, it’s important that policymakers focus on strengthening what works so American agriculture and industry can continue to grow.”
NFTC senior director and USMCA lead, Brad Wood added: “We are pleased to partner with NCGA to underscore that USMCA is critical for American workers across every sector, from farmer to plant operator. U.S. production and manufacturing rely on the indispensable inputs and efficiencies from our geographic allies. They are also our top customers; America exports more to Canada and Mexico than its next 8 export markets combined. We must prioritize these partnerships, restore predictability, and renew a trilateral USMCA.”
The event is part of broader efforts by the Agricultural Coalition for USMCA to highlight the agreement’s importance to American agriculture and ensure policymakers preserve and strengthen the trilateral trade framework.
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About the National Corn Growers Association
Founded in 1957, NCGA represents more than 36,000 dues-paying corn growers in 48 states, and the interests of more than 500,000 farmers who contribute through corn checkoff programs in their states. NCGA and its affiliated associations in 27 states work together to help protect and advance corn growers’ interests.
About the NFTC
The National Foreign Trade Council (NFTC) is the premier business association advancing trade, tax, national security and supply chain policies that support access to the global marketplace. Founded in 1914, NFTC promotes an open, rules-based global economy on behalf of a diverse membership of U.S.-based businesses, who account for over $6 trillion in revenue and employ nearly 6 million people in the United States.
