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USDA Foreign Agricultural Service Announces a Trade Mission to Jakarta, Indonesia, to Advance America First Trade Policy

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is now accepting applications for its agribusiness trade mission to Jakarta, Indonesia, scheduled for February 2–5, 2026. U.S. exporters interested in exploring trade opportunities in Indonesia’s thriving agricultural market must apply by October 10, 2025. 

Under the agreement, Indonesia would eliminate tariffs on more than 99% of U.S. products and address long-standing barriers to U.S. agricultural trade, opening doors to expanded market access in the world’s fourth-largest country.  

“This trade deal creates an unprecedented opportunity for American farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses to gain more access to Southeast Asia’s largest market,” said Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke J. Lindberg, who will lead the mission. “This mission is well-timed to connect U.S. exporters with key buyers and meet Indonesia’s growing demand for high–quality American agricultural goods – boosting rural economies and keeping U.S. products globally competitive.”

In 2024, U.S. agricultural exports to Indonesia totaled nearly $3 billion, making it the 11th-largest market for U.S. products. Despite the U.S. being the fourth-largest agricultural supplier to Indonesia, there is a $1.1 billion deficit. The 2025 trade agreement is expected to unlock new market access and help close the gap.

Source : usda.gov

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