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Source: NATIONAL ASSOC. OF STATE DEPTS. OF AGRICULTURE, 10/27/21
This week during the 30th annual meeting of the
Tri-National Agricultural Accord, state delegates from the U.S. and Mexico discussed concerns regarding recent decisions by Mexico’s federal government to impose arbitrary prohibitions on agricultural biotechnology and certain pesticides. Delegates reaffirmed their commitment that the regulation, import and use of these critical tools be based on science and established a work group to promote this goal.
“When we base our assessment of agricultural tools and technology on the highest quality science, we can ensure the viability of farms and ensure farmers and workers’ safety remains uncompromised,” NASDA President, New York State Commissioner of Agriculture and Markets Richard A. Ball said. “The U.S. and Mexican food supply chain is intricately connected as we are each other’s largest trading partners. We must work hand-in-hand to encourage the free flow of food across our borders and the continued development of technology that supports global climate resiliency.”
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