Malaysia to Buy Sorghum from the US

Published 2025년 5월 8일

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Malaysian authorities have streamlined the import process for US sorghum, a move that is anticipated to boost American grain exports. This change is expected to make US sorghum more competitive in the Malaysian market, allowing the country to acquire high-quality feed and food products. In the 2023-2024 marketing year, Malaysia's sorghum purchases from the US exceeded $28 million, a figure that has been surpassed this year, reaching $32 million by February. The US Grain Council (USGC) plans to promote American sorghum in Southeast Asia, highlighting its flexibility and nutritional benefits, and is hopeful that the new rules will enhance trade relations between the US and Malaysia.

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Malaysian authorities have decided to simplify the procedure for importing sorghum from the United States, which opens up new opportunities for American grain exporters. According to Caleb Wurth, regional representative of the USGC, this decision will allow Malaysia to receive high-quality feed and food products needed for its growing economy. Simplifying import requirements reduces logistical and administrative obstacles, increasing the competitiveness of American sorghum in the Malaysian market. In the 2023-2024 marketing year, Malaysia purchased more than $28 million of American grain. According to the US Department of Agriculture, this figure has already been exceeded this year, reaching $32 million by February. Rowena Ngumbang, also representing the USGC, emphasized that Malaysia, like many countries in Southeast Asia, is a stable market for American products. She expressed confidence that the new rules will help strengthen trade ties between the countries. USGC intends to ...

Source: UkrAgroConsult