The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) welcomed recent US trade talks with China and the United Kingdom that may expand export markets and improve ingredient access for the US animal food industry.
The US and China have proposed a 90-day pause on new tariffs. Under the plan, the US would lower tariffs on Chinese imports from 145% to 30%, while China would reduce duties on US goods from 125% to 10%. The agreement could ease export restrictions and improve access to ingredients.
“China is a top destination for US animal food and provides essential ingredients,” said AFIA President and CEO Constance Cullman. She said the pause may help both countries reach a longer-term deal.
China was the third-largest market for US animal food exports in 2024, totalling £1.02 billion. The US imported £439 million in related products from China.
Separately, US officials announced progress on a trade agreement with the UK, the 19th-largest market for US animal food exports. The US will keep a 10% tariff on British imports and cut certain commodity tariffs, while the UK plans to reduce non-tariff barriers.
Cullman said the talks mark progress toward agriculture’s inclusion in trade deals. The AFIA supports reduced tariffs and science-based global standards.
