USTR Greer says seasonal agriculture product tariffs are on the table in USMCA deal, if Canada does not engage on wider rules of origin then other border controls may be needed

The comment from USTR Greer signals potential trade tensions with Canada regarding agricultural product tariffs within the USMCA framework.

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If Canada remains uncooperative on broader rules of origin, it could prompt the introduction of additional border controls, which may escalate trade frictions. This situation could impact commodity markets, particularly in agriculture, and raise concerns for investors about broader trade relations between the U.S. and Canada.

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