NGFA wants Mexico border delays, inspection costs for grain shipments to be addressed in USMCA

News NGFA wants Mexico border delays, inspection costs for grain shipments to be addressed in USMCA The CEO of the National Grain and Feed Association says rail transportation delays into Mexico are just one issue being addressed as U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement negotiations continue. Mike Seyfert (Sigh-fert) tells Brownfield Mexico has a zero-tolerance policy on soil, which slows the movement of products at the border and caused major issues in 2023 and 2024. “Sometimes that results in costly reinspection delays. Fumigation costs $70,000 per train and up to 72 hours of lost time. It really is a challenge for the industry,” he says. “It’s a challenge on turn time getting those shuttles that have been rented back to be able to turn them and get some additional sales. That impacts our members that impact producers.” He says it’s also impacted container shipments. Seyfert says the U.S. government and Mexican officials understand the issue and he’s cautiously optimistic progress can be made as discussions continue. Seyfert says grain inspections haven’t been an issue in the north, but it’s important Canada comes to the table to address other ag issues. Add Comment