USDA Funding Will Expand Global Markets for Tennessee Hardwood Industry

The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) has been awarded funding through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Emerging Markets Program (EMP) to boost export opportunities for Tennessee’s hardwood sector through outbound and inbound trade missions with India and Vietnam.

“Tennessee’s hardwood industry is one of our state’s greatest natural resource assets, and global demand continues to grow,” Agriculture Commissioner Andy Holt said. “This EMP investment will allow us to open new doors for producers and ensure Tennessee hardwoods remain competitive in high-value international markets.”