The National Turkey Federation and U.S.A. Poultry & Egg Export Council are applauding the Republic of India’s decision to eliminate the retaliatory tariff on U.S. frozen whole turkeys and frozen turkey parts and to reduce the basic tariff on those products from 30% to 5%.
“The National Turkey Federation applauds the efforts by the U.S. and Indian governments to significantly reduce the tariffs. This move creates an important new market for U.S. turkey producers and will give Indians more affordable access to a nutritious, delicious protein,” said Joel Brandenberger, president and CEO of National Turkey Federation. “NTF congratulates the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative and the leadership of USDA on this accomplishment, and we thank Senators Mark R. Warner and Thom Tillis for spearheading congressional efforts to ensure U.S. turkey growers are able to effectively compete in this fast-growing marketplace.”