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South Africa to retain AGOA benefits

USDA logoThe presidential proclamation to suspend benefits for South Africa under the African Growth and Opportunities Act, or AGOA, as of March 15th, 2016, has been revoked. The White House made the announcement this week, according to Pro Farmers First Thing Today. The White House notes that “South Africa has met all the benchmarks to remain eligible” for the AGOA, including the restoration of market access for U.S. poultry, pork and beef products. Some issues on trade remain to be worked through, particularly on pork trade, where the U.S. National Pork Producers Council is calling for complete access to the South African market.

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