American farmers and agricultural leaders are calling for changes to the Canada-United States-Mexico Agreement (CUSMA) amid concerns over persistent U.S. trade deficits. In 2025, the United States recorded a US$48 billion overall trade deficit with Canada, including a US$10.5 billion agricultural trade deficit, with Canadian agricultural exports to the U.S. reaching US$39.2 billion. While major U.S. agricultural organizations continue to support CUSMA and favour its renewal, some producers are advocating for more balanced trade arrangements and improved market access.
