Trade

Position Summary

The export of corn and corn products is vital to the nation’s economy, its balance of payments and the profitability of corn production. The development and maintenance of fair and open global trade practices and policies are essential. U.S. corn farmers support world agricultural production based on comparative economic advantage and endorse multilateral liberalization of trade as a way to raise the standard of living of all people. We support a consistent U.S. trade policy so corn and corn products will not be disadvantaged for the advancement of another sector.

• Click here for NCGA’s complete position paper on trade.
• Click here for more information on trade and related issues.

The Candidates on Trade

• The Council on Foreign Relations summarizes candidate positions on free trade here.
• The “On the Issues” Web site reviews candidate voting records on free trade here.

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