The US Department of Agriculture is accepting applications for its Agribusiness Trade Mission to Manila taking place April 13-16, 2026.

US exporters that are interested in exploring trade opportunities in Philippines’s thriving market and rapidly growing economy must apply by Jan. 9, 2026.

“US agricultural exporters have an abundance of new opportunities in the Philippines, thanks to President Trump’s recent trade agreement,” said Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Under Secretary Luke J. Lindberg. “This trade mission will connect US producers with key buyers in the Philippines, expanding economic opportunities, supporting rural prosperity, and keeping American agricultural products globally competitive.”

The Philippines is the ninth-largest export market for US agricultural and food exports, averaging $3.6 billion annually during the last five years. Among the top 20 most populous countries in the world with 118 million people, the Philippines offers US agribusinesses tremendous export potential thanks to its young and fast-growing population, strong consumer preference for U.S. foods and beverages, and robust service-based economy.

USDA’s Agribusiness Trade Mission to the Philippines will be timely, as 2026 marks the 80th  anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between our two countries. This significant anniversary year offers a unique opportunity to strengthen ties in the agricultural sector and expand exports for US farmers, ranchers and producers. The US is the Philippines' top supplier of food and beverage products, providing one-fifth of the country’s total import needs. For US companies interested in exploring the Philippine market, strong export opportunities include:

• beef, pork, poultry and related products
• deli and gourmet products
• frozen and ready-to-eat meals
• convenience, organic, “free-from”, and “better-for-you” products
• seafood products
• dog and cat food

While in Manila, participants will conduct business-to-business meetings with potential importers, receive in-depth market briefings from FAS and industry trade experts, participate in site visits and attend other networking opportunities.

USDA’s trade mission to the Philippines is part of USDA’s broader 2026 export promotion strategy. Additional missions will go to Türkey, Australia, Saudi Arabia and Vietnam.

For more information on USDA trade missions, visit https://www.fas.usda.gov/topics/trade-missions

Source: USDA