CDFA Undersecretary Christine Birdsong was in Japan this week on a trade mission along with USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Alexis M. Taylor, representatives from 10 other state departments of agriculture, numerous farm organizations, and 40 agribusinesses looking to connect with future business partners in Japan.
The week included meetings with Japanese buyers seeking to import American food and farm products, meetings with Japanese government officials and industry groups to discuss trade issues, a tour of retail promotions featuring U.S. products, and visits to Japanese farms and packaging facilities.
Photo — Undersecretary Birdsong (standing, sixth from left) and the delegation visit an organic vegetable farm in Japan.