Suggested Lead: While attention is focused on other parts of the world, Mexico continues to expand as a key export market for U.S. beef and pork. Phil Seng, president and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), says the beef numbers are not insignificant.
Cut #1 :19 "In 2006 our exports… ...11 percent on value."
According to Seng, there are many reasons for the success.
Cut #2 :39 "There’s never usually… ...ever have before."
Seng says many people continue to watch the tremendous growth in the Mexico market.
Cut #3 :26 "They’ve had… ...promising for Mexico."
One way Mexico has demonstrated willingness to be a good trading partner is by adopting scientific standards for determining beef safety.
Cut #4 :15 "My hat goes off… ...neighbors to the South."
Seng says the USMEF offices in Mexico are working hard to make sure the opportunities for U.S. beef and pork are maximized, and that relationships between the two countries remain positive when it comes to meat trade.
The U.S. Meat Export Federation is the trade association responsible for developing international markets for the U.S. red meat industry. It is funded by USDA, exporting companies, and the beef, pork, lamb, corn, sorghum and soybean checkoff programs.
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