Agricultural policies are the name of the game for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) when representing our nation’s beef producers in Washington D.C. As farm broadcasters gathered for this year’s NAFB Trade Talk, they were again on-hand to talk key issues as we prepare for new leadership.
Colin Woodall, Vice President of Governmental Affairs, NCBA, said “I think when we are looking at the issue of tax reform, when we are looking at trying to minimize the overburdensome regulations we have seen over the years, a Trump Administration brings a lot to the table for us. We are excited about working with them.”
“Right now it’s about trying to figure out who will be where throughout the agencies and departments. We have a lot of new people to meet. More importantly, we are going to have to go in and tell the story about what cattle producers do and what their issues are,” Woodall added.
Listen to my complete interview with Colin as he shares more opinions towards recent election and end of the priorities as we wrap up 2016 including the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP). Interview with Colin Woodall, NCBA
NCBA’s President-Elect, Craig Uden, further discussed TPP, his hopes for moving it forward in lame-duck session and our current market volatility. “One thing the U.S. producer can do is produce. We have a lot of high quality beef out there. Domestic consumption is continuing to rise. As we stabilize these production models, increase herds and maintain prices we have to look outside our borders. TPP is one of the best ways to do so.”
Listen here as Craig shares more about trade and how beef it working with other commodity groups and coalitions to get TPP passed knowing it will have a significant impact on the cattle market. Interview with Craig Uden, NCBA
View and download photos from the event here: NAFB Convention Photo Album
