US-Mexico Dairy Industries Commit to Enhanced Cross-Border Cooperation
Source: The DairyNews
During a pivotal meeting this week in Chihuahua, Mexico, representatives from the US and Mexican dairy sectors reaffirmed their commitment to deepening collaboration on dairy policy and trade. This meeting, marking the sixth bi-national gathering since 2016, brought together key stakeholders from both nations to forge paths on mutual challenges and opportunities in the dairy industry.
The US delegation, led by the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the US Dairy Export Council (USDEC), included over 14 member companies, farmer representatives, and staff. Mexico was well-represented by leaders from major organizations such as the National Organization of Livestock Organizations, the Mexican Association of Milk Producers, and several others, reflecting a broad base of the country's dairy sector.
Krysta Harden, President and CEO of USDEC, highlighted the shared challenges and the critical nature of the partnership, stating, "Mexico is and will continue to be a valuable partner for U.S. dairy. These meetings help strengthen those ties and set the dairy sectors in both countries up for continued success." Similarly, Gregg Doud, President and CEO of NMPF, emphasized the strategic importance of the relationship in fostering growth and protecting the industry's public image.
The discussions this week focused on a range of topics crucial to both local and global dairy markets. Notable was a tour of the Reny Picot Mexico plant, a key player in the regional dairy industry as the only producer of demineralized whey powder in Mexico and the largest importer of nonfat dry milk powder.
A joint statement issued at the conclusion of the meeting underscored the commitment to preserving and enhancing trade, promoting dairy consumption, improving productivity on dairy farms, and strengthening the dairy image in both countries. The statement also addressed the protection of dairy product names and the exchange of technological and market insights.
This reinforced cooperation aims not only to address current industry challenges but also to proactively set an agenda for sustainable growth and innovation in the North American dairy sector.
Krysta Harden, President and CEO of USDEC, highlighted the shared challenges and the critical nature of the partnership, stating, "Mexico is and will continue to be a valuable partner for U.S. dairy. These meetings help strengthen those ties and set the dairy sectors in both countries up for continued success." Similarly, Gregg Doud, President and CEO of NMPF, emphasized the strategic importance of the relationship in fostering growth and protecting the industry's public image.
The discussions this week focused on a range of topics crucial to both local and global dairy markets. Notable was a tour of the Reny Picot Mexico plant, a key player in the regional dairy industry as the only producer of demineralized whey powder in Mexico and the largest importer of nonfat dry milk powder.
A joint statement issued at the conclusion of the meeting underscored the commitment to preserving and enhancing trade, promoting dairy consumption, improving productivity on dairy farms, and strengthening the dairy image in both countries. The statement also addressed the protection of dairy product names and the exchange of technological and market insights.
This reinforced cooperation aims not only to address current industry challenges but also to proactively set an agenda for sustainable growth and innovation in the North American dairy sector.
