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The Panama Canal and The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council Sign MoU

The Panama Canal and the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding to boost the flow of U.S. agricultural exports through the canal. The agreement focuses on improving efficiency, reliability and sustainability of grain shipments, with joint market analysis and data‑sharing initiatives. Grain traffic already accounts for roughly 25.1 million metric tons in FY 2025, underscoring the canal’s role as a critical conduit for U.S. ag‑trade. The partnership reinforces a century‑long U.S.–Panama commercial relationship and positions the canal as a strategic asset for future food‑security logistics.