Leaders Push for USMCA Renewal Ahead of Review

Agriculture, manufacturing, and tech sectors highlight importance of trade deal with Canada and Mexico

Mar. 13, 2026 at 5:48pm

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Leaders from the agriculture, manufacturing, and technology sectors convened in Washington to highlight the importance of renewing the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) as the landmark trade deal approaches the formal review period. The panel discussion was co-hosted by the National Corn Growers Association and the National Foreign Trade Council.

Why it matters

The USMCA has been a critical trade agreement for American farmers, manufacturers, and businesses, providing certainty and strengthening North American trade. As the agreement enters its review period, stakeholders are advocating for its renewal to ensure continued economic growth and stability across multiple sectors.

The details

Speakers from the agriculture and manufacturing sectors pointed out that the USMCA agreement has strengthened North American trade and created greater certainty for businesses across many sectors. Matt Frostic, a Michigan farmer and the first vice president of the National Corn Growers Association, stated that 'USMCA has been incredibly important to farmers like me' and that 'Mexico and Canada are two of our most important trading partners, and the certainty of this agreement allows farmers to plan, invest, and continue feeding and fueling the world.'

  • The USMCA trade agreement is approaching its formal review period.

The players

Matt Frostic

A Michigan farmer and the first vice president of the National Corn Growers Association.

National Corn Growers Association

An organization that represents corn farmers and advocates for their interests.

National Foreign Trade Council

An organization that promotes open, rules-based trade and investment policies.

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What they’re saying

“USMCA has been incredibly important to farmers like me. Mexico and Canada are two of our most important trading partners, and the certainty of this agreement allows farmers to plan, invest, and continue feeding and fueling the world.”

— Matt Frostic, First Vice President, National Corn Growers Association (NAFB news service)

What’s next

As the USMCA agreement enters its review period, policymakers will need to decide whether to renew or renegotiate the trade deal.

The takeaway

The USMCA trade agreement has been a critical component of North American trade, providing stability and certainty for businesses across multiple sectors, including agriculture and manufacturing. As the agreement approaches its review period, stakeholders are advocating for its renewal to ensure continued economic growth and competitiveness.