US: LeGrand and Miller lead the corn harvest quality rollout in Spain

Published 2022년 2월 24일

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The U.S. Grains Council recently visited Spain to present the 2021/2022 Corn Harvest Quality Report, following the EU's decision to remove import duties on U.S. corn. This action opens up an export opportunity for up to 2 million metric tons of U.S. corn. The report aims to highlight the quality of the 2021 U.S. crop to Spanish importers, reinforcing the U.S. agricultural sector's commitment as a reliable supplier. The Council believes that presenting the report's findings will increase confidence in purchasing U.S. corn and is supported by a report on U.S. corn and DDGS production, supply, and distribution.

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U.S. Grains Council leaders and staff visited Spain this week to offer Spanish grain buyers a look at the organization’s 2021/2022 Corn Harvest Quality Report. Council Vice Chairman Josh Miller, a farmer from Indiana; President and CEO Ryan LeGrand; and Middle East/Africa/Europe Manager of Global Trade Reece Cannady participated in the rollout event. In January 2022 the European Union (EU) removed 25 percent import duties on U.S. corn that were imposed in June 2018. This action opened an export opportunity for up to 2 million metric tons (MMT), or 80 million bushels, of U.S. corn. The Council’s engagement this week is vital in promoting U.S. corn exports to its Spanish counterparts. The Corn Harvest Quality Report provides the Council an opportunity to showcase the outstanding quality of the 2021 crop to Spanish importers, especially with regard to bulk shipments, and to remind customers that the U.S. agricultural sector is committed to being a reliable supplier of agricultural ...

Source: US Grains Council