USDA Under Secretary Taylor Launches Trade Mission to Strengthen U.S. Agricultural Exports to Colombia

BOGOTA, Colombia, Aug. 13, 2024 - U.S. Department of Agriculture Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor arrived in Bogotá, Colombia, today. She is leading a trade mission with representatives from 36 U.S. agribusinesses and organizations to enhance American agricultural exports and continue building on the trade gains made since the U.S.- Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement was implemented in 2012.

"Colombia stands out as a key growth market for U.S. agricultural exports. As Latin America's third-most-populous country, Colombia is experiencing rapid growth in its middle class and consumer purchasing power," said Taylor. "Colombian consumers are eager for the high-quality food and agricultural products that the U.S. delivers."

Also joining Under Secretary Taylor are officials from the Mississippi, Wisconsin and Texas departments of agriculture.

MEDIA AVAILABILITY

Under Secretary Taylor will hold a media teleconference on Wednesday, Aug. 14, at 5 p.m. EDT. Reporters interested in participating should RSVP to [email protected]by10 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, Aug. 14.

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