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USDA Now Accepting Applications for Agribusiness Trade Mission to Taiwan

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications for its upcoming agribusiness trade mission to Taipei, Taiwan, scheduled for September 29 - October 1. U.S. exporters interested in expanding their trade opportunities in Taiwan’s thriving agricultural market must apply by Tuesday, June 17.  

“With strong economic growth and proven demand for high-quality U.S. food in Taiwan, now is an ideal time for U.S. agribusinesses to expand their presence,” said Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley. “This trade mission will connect U.S. exporters with key buyers and help them forge partnerships to tap into this dynamic market.”  

Taiwan is the eighth-largest market for U.S. agricultural exports, with trade increasing 16% from 2019 to 2024. The United States remains Taiwan’s top supplier, accounting for 25% of its agricultural import market. Consumer-oriented products make up more than half of all U.S. agricultural exports to Taiwan, exceeding $2 billion, with total agricultural exports reaching $3.8 billion.

Source : usda.gov

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