By Godson Umejiego, Bureau Chief, The Americas
The US Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is now accepting applications for its upcoming agribusiness trade mission to Taipei, Taiwan, scheduled for September 29 – October 1. US exporters interested in expanding their trade opportunities in Taiwan’s thriving agricultural market must apply by Tuesday, June 17.
“With strong economic growth and proven demand for high-quality US food in Taiwan, now is an ideal time for US agribusinesses to expand their presence,” said Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley. “This trade mission will connect US exporters with key buyers and help them forge partnerships to tap into this dynamic market.”
Taiwan is the eighth-largest market for US agricultural exports, with trade increasing 16 per cent from 2019 to 2024. The United States remains Taiwan’s top supplier, accounting for 25 per cent of its agricultural import market. Consumer-oriented products make up more than half of all US agricultural exports to Taiwan, exceeding US$2 billion, with total agricultural exports reaching US$3.8 billion.
The US Department of Agriculture anticipates strong opportunities in Taiwan for the following product groups:
Beef and pork products
Fresh fruit
Dairy
Tree nuts
Seafood
Soybeans
Corn
Wheat
Pet food
During the trade mission, US agribusiness representatives will connect directly with buyers in Taiwan through business-to-business meetings, market briefings, site visits, and networking events led by FAS staff and regional trade experts.
For more information or to apply, see the Taiwan Agribusiness Trade Mission webpage. The application deadline is Tuesday, June 17.
The Taiwan trade mission is part of USDA’s broader 2025 export promotion strategy. Recent trade missions to Thailand, Guatemala, and Hong Kong have delivered significant results for US exporters. USDA will soon announce application details for planned missions to Mexico and Côte d’Ivoire, further strengthening global trade opportunities.
