Border Rail Crossings reopen to boost wheat trade

Dec 28, 2023

U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) and the National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) are elated by the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agency's recent reopening of rail crossings in El Paso and Eagle Point on December 22, 2023.  

These rail corridors serve as vital conduits for wheat trade between the U.S. and Mexico, offering a reliable supply of high-quality U.S. wheat to flour millers and wheat customers in Mexico. Disruptions in this interconnected rail system can disrupt the wheat supply chain on both sides of the border. 

USW and NAWG express their confidence in CBP's commitment to preventing future rail closures while maintaining border security and facilitating lawful trade. These organizations serve as advocates for wheat growers in Washington D.C. and work diligently to secure a prosperous future for the U.S. wheat industry. 

The National Association of Wheat Growers (NAWG) is the foremost policy representative for wheat growers in the nation's capital. NAWG collaborates with 20 state wheat grower organizations to advance the interests of the wheat industry at the national level, working closely with policymakers, Congress members, and the public. 

The mission of the U.S. Wheat Associates (USW) is to expand international markets, enhancing the profitability of U.S. wheat producers and the value of their products for customers worldwide. USW operates in over 100 countries, supported by producer checkoff funds and cost-share funding from USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service.  

USW maintains 15 global offices to assist wheat buyers, millers, and government officials in understanding the quality, value, and reliability of all six U.S. wheat classes. 

Source : wisconsinagconnection
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