The promotion capitalizes on the Central American region’s passion for the FIFA World Cup.

The trade show pavilion's purpose is to help state agriculture departments promote local food and beverage products for export.

NASDA will also conduct trade missions to Thailand, Indonesia and Kenya in 2023.

November exports of U.S. pork were the largest of 2022 in both volume and value, according to data released by USDA and compiled by USMEF, while 2022 beef export value already set a full-year record of nearly $11 billion.

NASDA will use this funding to conduct market research in emerging markets in Southeast Asia and Africa and organize outbound trade missions for state department of agriculture leaders to learn about the markets and engage in discussions with relevant parties in each country.

USMEF compiled data released by USDA to report on October U.S. beef, pork and lamb exports.

Dean Meyer, a corn, soybean and livestock producer from Rock Rapids, Iowa, is the new USMEF chair.

September U.S. pork exports topped year-ago totals while beef exports slowed their previous record pace.

Lighthizer and Saunders receive awards for their advancements in the industry.

Pounds sold falls, while the price per pound is up.