AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoUSMCA Talks (Mexico-U.S.): U.S. and Mexican negotiators will hold a third round in Mexico City starting Tuesday, aiming to revise the North American trade pact after Washington chose shorter annual reviews instead of extending it—Mexico’s ambassador Roberto Lazzeri says a deal is expected by year-end to protect competitiveness for farmers, businesses, and investors. Trade Pressure (Canada Tariffs): The U.S. also escalated its North American trade fight by imposing a new 50% tariff on many Canadian goods (including wine, hockey sticks, cement, and dairy), with duties set to start in 30 days—Canada’s PM Mark Carney says Ottawa is ready to intensify discussions. Food Safety (Cyclospora): U.S. health officials said they’re still focused on lettuce from Taylor Farms as the source of a multistate cyclospora outbreak, even after a lab screening produced a false positive; the recall remains active across 27 states. Mexico Business & Trade Links: Mexico’s ambassador to the U.S. reiterated that the USMCA review should be completed by end-2026, while separate reporting highlights cross-border trade momentum and nearshoring stakes for North American supply chains.
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