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Port strike could upend U.S. Ag shipments

Sep 27, 2024
By Farms.com

Union threatens walkout, raising concerns for farmers

 

A potential strike at three dozen U.S. ports could have a major impact on the agricultural sector, disrupting supply chains and raising prices for consumers.

The International Longshoremen's Association (ILA) has threatened to strike if a new agreement with the U.S. Maritime Alliance is not reached by September 30.

The strike would affect ports from Maine to Texas, including major shipping hubs like New York, Savannah, Houston, Miami, and New Orleans. These ports handle a significant portion of the country's containerized cargo, including agricultural products like soybeans, soybean meal, and other commodities.

A coalition of 177 trade groups has warned that a strike could disrupt supply chains, raise prices, and have a ripple effect on the entire economy. While bulk grain exports would likely be less affected, the strike would have a major impact on containerized agricultural exports.

Farmers would be forced to find alternative routes for their shipments, which could lead to delays, increased costs, and potential losses. The strike could also have a negative impact on the U.S. agricultural sector's reputation as a reliable supplier of food and agricultural products to global markets.


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