U.S. and South American Groups Form Maize Alliance for Trade and Food Security
What happened
On May 22, 2013, an alliance called MAIZALL was formed by the National Corn Growers Association and the U.S. Grains Council, joining maize producers from Argentina and Brazil. The alliance aims to address food security, trade, and biotechnology issues in maize production. MAIZALL will also advocate for trade-enabling biotechnology policies and regulatory procedures with governments.
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Why it matters
The alliance emphasizes the need for global acceptance of maize production for feed, food, and fuel. By coordinating efforts on trade and biotechnology, the group seeks to improve the global market position for maize.
Argentina is seeking market access for its agricultural products and deepening cooperation in strategic sectors.
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Who's involved
- ArgentinaCountry where the alliance was launched and a participant in the trade agreement.
- National Corn Growers AssociationU.S. corn growers association that joined the alliance.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- ArgentinaSpeculative
Argentina might strengthen its global maize trade position through the alliance.
- IllinoisSpeculative
Illinois corn producers could benefit from the strengthened global maize trade, potentially increasing corn sales.
- KansasSpeculative
Kansas corn producers may see increased demand for corn due to the alliance's efforts to boost global maize trade.
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The entities involved
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Argentina
country in South America
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National Corn Growers Association
corn growers association in the United States
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