American Farm Bureau Federation President Bob Stallman says approval of the bilateral free-trade agreements between the United States and Korea, Colombia and Panama, as well as approval of Trade Adjustment Assistance, is welcome news for farmers and ranchers. Stallman says – swift implementation is critical, so we can restore a level playing field for U.S. farm exports to these three nations.

Stallman points out that – over the past four years, Korea, Colombia and Panama have opened their doors to our competitors. Congress and the administration have now given us the opportunity to improve our competitive position in these markets. Stallman says – the economic growth generated from the agreements will improve our economy and create jobs here at home.

According to Farm Bureau, combined, the three FTAs represent nearly 2.5-billion dollars in new agriculture exports for America’s farmers and are expected to create economic growth that could generate support for up to 22,500 U.S. jobs.

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