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Cargill leader says trade, infrastructure will move ag forward

A leader with Cargill says ag groups must work together to help farmers mitigate risk by supporting trade, infrastructure, and technology.

Joe Stone says the future of the ag industry and its ability to feed the world depend on it. He says increasing market opportunities by reengaging in Trans Pacific Partnership negotiations is a good place to start.

“Our analysis indicates those 11 countries that are part of the new TPP represent a $62 billion market for US ag products and one analysis showed that could add more than $4.4 billion to farm income,” he says.

He says the industry should rally behind infrastructure improvements that will help move US ag products.

“We’d like to ask everyone to advocate to Congress to educate to the public for the need of an expedited approach to revitalizing our nation’s infrastructure system,” he says.

He adds that allowing farmers to use technology by increasing connectivity will help them remain profitable while feeding a growing population.

The Cargill leader spoke at the USDA’s agricultural outlook forum.