House vote on country-of-origin labeling applauded
“The produce industry applauds the work of Chairman Conaway – through his leadership, today’s vote shows that members of Congress value the importance of trade and they recognized the potential $1 billion loss in produce exports to Canada and Mexico through tariffs and the uncertainty it would create for long-term contracts. Our industry depends on a fair, transparent and reliable international trading system to supply consumers around with world with affordable fresh produce year-round. As the bill moves to the Senate, we’re asking for their careful consideration and quick resolution.”
In the United States, PMA’s members handle more than 90 percent of fresh produce sold to U.S. consumers.
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