Abi Reader has recorded a slightly different vlog this week. In this update, Abi gives members an update on the current study trip to the USA, along with a small NFU contingent.
During her trip she has joined the agricultural attaché who is based in Washington DC. The NFU is helping to strengthen talks on opening avenues for our Welsh and British red meat. Lamb isn't currently consumed in huge amounts over in the US, so there's a challenge there to get the US consumers to recognise the value of our product. In terms of opportunities for beef, we're looking at cuts we could export that don't fall under the Tariff Rate Quota.
Abi also shares various photos from farms in the country.