USMCA - NAFTA

CPMA Pleased with New USMCA
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is pleased that a new trilateral free trade agreement has been reached between Canada, Mexico and the United States. The United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) will ensure that the supply chains of the fresh produce industry remain integrated benefiting both Canadian producers and consumers.

How NAFTA Affects US Retail
ATKearney has released a study on the impact of NAFTA on the US retail industry and the negative effects of losing NAFTA on businesses, employees, and consumers.

CPMA Pleased with Progress at Round 7 of NAFTA
The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is pleased with progress made during Round 7 of negotiations on the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) which concluded today in Mexico City.

California Farm Bureau Federation and Canadian Produce Marketing Association Highlight Importance of NAFTA
NAFTA has created a vital trading relationship for both Canadian and Californian agricultural and food businesses. Today, at a trade panel discussion hosted by the Canadian consulate, both the California Farm Bureau Federation (CFBF) and CPMA reiterated their support for NAFTA and emphasized the importance of integrated supply chains across the continent.

CPMA satisfied with progress made in sixth round of NAFTA negotiations
We applaud Canadian negotiators on their efforts to ensure that the renewed NAFTA protects industry supply chains across the continent, supports growth, and adheres to principles of free and fair trade.

Canadian Agriculture & Agri-Food Industry Supports the Continuation of NAFTA and Urges Negotiators to do no harm
Canada’s agriculture and agri-food industry supports the modernization of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) provided it upholds fair and free principles, preserves integrated supply chains across the continent. We urge negotiators to conclude negotiations as soon as possible for the stability of businesses across North America.

Effect of NAFTA Withdrawal on U.S. Ag Sector
The non-partisan Congressional Research Service has released a report outlining how U.S. withdrawal from NAFTA can have a significant impact on consumers and continental supply chains.

Upcoming Round 5 NAFTA Negotiations
As we prepare for Round 5 of the NAFTA negotiations, the U.S.-based Pew Research Center has released a poll showing that 56% of Americans believe that NAFTA is good for the U.S. Additionally, 57% believe that NAFTA benefits the U.S. and Canada about equally.

CPMA Talks NAFTA at FPAA Convention
CPMA President Ron Lemaire delivered a presentation on NAFTA and the Canadian position at the recent Fresh Produce Association of the Americas convention in Arizona.

Over 200 U.S. associations and businesses support NAFTA
Over 200 U.S. associations and businesses support NAFTA with a large number opposing the U.S. proposal to include a seasonal anti-dumping and countervailing provision for fresh fruits and vegetables as part of the agreement. You can read their letters to the U.S. Administration here:

CPMA’s Jane Proctor discusses NAFTA on the Business News Network
Earlier this week Jane Proctor, Vice President of Policy and Issue Management discussed the produce industry’s priorities relating to NAFTA and its impact on our sector.

CPMA and The Wilson Center Host Successful NAFTA Event
CPMA, in collaboration with The Wilson Institute, hosted a "NAFTA and the Fresh Produce Industry" panel discussion and reception in Washington, D.C. on Monday, September 18^th, 2017.

CPMA President Ron Lemaire and CPMA Chair Rick Alcocer meet with State officials in California
On July 27^th and 28^th, CPMA President Ron Lemaire and CPMA Board Chair Rick Alcocer meet with California state officials to highlight the benefits of NAFTA between Canada and the United States.

CPMA submits comments to federal government on NAFTA
On July 14^th, 2017, Ron Lemaire, President of CPMA, submitted comments to the Government of Canada regarding the upcoming renegotiations of NAFTA, emphasizing the importance of ongoing free trade of fruit and vegetables in North America.

NAFTA At-a-Glance
Need information on NAFTA and the U.S administration’s decision to renegotiate the trade deal? Read CPMA’s NAFTA At-a-Glance report.

Submit your comments to CPMA
CPMA will make a submission to the federal government on the renegotiation and modernization of NAFTA.
Send your comments to CPMA so they can be incorporated into our overall submission.

CPMA submits comments to U.S. Trade Representative
On June 9^th, 2017, Ron Lemaire, President of CPMA, submitted comments about the importance of NAFTA for consideration by the U.S. Trade Representative.

Public consultations on NAFTA
The Government of Canada has announced public consultations on the renegotiation and modernization of NAFTA.

CPMA statement on NAFTA renegotiations
On behalf of its members, CPMA issued a statement regarding the United States administration’s decision to renegotiate NAFTA.

NAFTA Fast Fact Links
For more on the North American Free Trade Agreement, visit these web pages:

• Government of Canada NAFTA fast facts
• Government of Canada NAFTA Frequently Asked Questions
• Canadian Chamber of Commerce
• NAFTA Secretariat
• U.S. Trade Representative, NAFTA
• USTR Fact Sheet
• U.S. Chamber of Commerce on NAFTA negotiations
• Mexico NAFTA