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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Brad Finstad (MN-01), Chairman of the Nutrition, Foreign Agriculture, and Horticulture Subcommittee, announced his introduction of the bipartisan Agriculture Export Promotion Act of 2023, with Rep. Dan Newhouse (WA-04). This legislation would double funding to the Market Access Program (MAP) and Foreign Market Development Program (FMD), equipping American farmers and ranchers with the tools to remain competitive in the global marketplace.
“As a farmer, I know firsthand the value of the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program, both of which are essential tools for Minnesota’s agricultural economy,” said Rep. Finstad. “Strong trade promotion policies are critical for farm country, and the U.S. economy as a whole. Targeted investments in these programs will strengthen our farm, food, and national security by establishing new markets and opening opportunities for our producers to compete on a global stage.”
"Minnesota farmers know the importance of trade for the products we grow,” said Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing. “We applaud Congressman Finstad and the authors of the Ag Export Promotion Act for their work to strengthen programs that help market US agricultural products to the world."
“Exports of corn, ethanol, and ethanol co-products are critical to Minnesota’s farming families and the entire state economy, accounting for thousands of jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in gross state product each year,” said Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Richard Syverson. To facilitate the development of export markets, it’s vital that steady funding is available for the organizations that do this critical work. We thank Congressman Brad Finstad for introducing the Ag Export Promotion Act, which would secure this funding, and look forward to continuing our work with him to develop export markets for Minnesota farmers."
“Minnesota Soybean Growers Association applauds Representative Finstad’s attention to these critical programs,” said Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Bob Worth. “MAP and FMD have huge returns on investment and have been chronically underfunded. Ag exports are a vital piece of Minnesota’s rural economy.”
"Exports remain a great opportunity for U.S. dairy. Dairy farm families in Minnesota and beyond are ready to feed a growing global population," said Minnesota Milk Producers Association President Shelly DePestel. “The Market Access Program and the Foreign Market Development Program get our country’s foot in the door to many of these markets. These programs have proven time and again their impact, and we appreciate Rep. Finstad’s work to expand funding for these critical tools.”
“Minnesota’s pig farmers are excited to see this proposed extension and increased funding for the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program in the Ag Export Promotion Act,” said Minnesota Pork Producers Association President John Anderson. “The United States is a premier supplier of pork to export markets across the globe providing one of the safest, most high-quality proteins while bringing significant value back to each pig we raise. We’re pleased to see additional financial support that compliments farmers’ own investments in countries and programs that expand markets for agricultural goods, diversify market opportunities, and look to overcome tariff and non-tariff barriers. We appreciate Rep. Finstad’s leadership and support for these programs that have direct benefits for Minnesota farmers and our rural communities.”
“As a farmer, I know firsthand the value of the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program, both of which are essential tools for Minnesota’s agricultural economy,” said Rep. Finstad. “Strong trade promotion policies are critical for farm country, and the U.S. economy as a whole. Targeted investments in these programs will strengthen our farm, food, and national security by establishing new markets and opening opportunities for our producers to compete on a global stage.”
"Minnesota farmers know the importance of trade for the products we grow,” said Minnesota Farm Bureau President Dan Glessing. “We applaud Congressman Finstad and the authors of the Ag Export Promotion Act for their work to strengthen programs that help market US agricultural products to the world."
“Exports of corn, ethanol, and ethanol co-products are critical to Minnesota’s farming families and the entire state economy, accounting for thousands of jobs and hundreds of millions of dollars in gross state product each year,” said Minnesota Corn Growers Association President Richard Syverson. To facilitate the development of export markets, it’s vital that steady funding is available for the organizations that do this critical work. We thank Congressman Brad Finstad for introducing the Ag Export Promotion Act, which would secure this funding, and look forward to continuing our work with him to develop export markets for Minnesota farmers."
“Minnesota Soybean Growers Association applauds Representative Finstad’s attention to these critical programs,” said Minnesota Soybean Growers Association President Bob Worth. “MAP and FMD have huge returns on investment and have been chronically underfunded. Ag exports are a vital piece of Minnesota’s rural economy.”
"Exports remain a great opportunity for U.S. dairy. Dairy farm families in Minnesota and beyond are ready to feed a growing global population," said Minnesota Milk Producers Association President Shelly DePestel. “The Market Access Program and the Foreign Market Development Program get our country’s foot in the door to many of these markets. These programs have proven time and again their impact, and we appreciate Rep. Finstad’s work to expand funding for these critical tools.”
“Minnesota’s pig farmers are excited to see this proposed extension and increased funding for the Market Access Program and Foreign Market Development Program in the Ag Export Promotion Act,” said Minnesota Pork Producers Association President John Anderson. “The United States is a premier supplier of pork to export markets across the globe providing one of the safest, most high-quality proteins while bringing significant value back to each pig we raise. We’re pleased to see additional financial support that compliments farmers’ own investments in countries and programs that expand markets for agricultural goods, diversify market opportunities, and look to overcome tariff and non-tariff barriers. We appreciate Rep. Finstad’s leadership and support for these programs that have direct benefits for Minnesota farmers and our rural communities.”
