Title: The Benefits of International Trade | U.S. Chamber of Commerce
Headings: The Benefits of International Trade
The Benefits of International Trade
WHY IS TRADE IMPORTANT?
TRADE AND MANUFACTURING
TRADE AND U.S. SERVICES
TRADE AND FARMING
#LetsGrow: Messages from Main Street on Trade
BENEFITS OF IMPORTS
FREE TRADE AGREEMENTS
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Content: TRADE AND FARMING
American farmers and ranchers also depend on exports. The same is true for America’s farmers and ranchers. About 25% of U.S. farm products by value are exported each year. For many crops, such as wheat or almonds, more than half is sold abroad. U.S. agriculture is so productive there’s no way Americans could consume this bounty alone. #LetsGrow: Messages from Main Street on Trade
BENEFITS OF IMPORTS
Amid a renewed focus on boosting U.S. exports, it is important to bear in mind that imports benefit Americans as well. They bring lower prices and more choices for American families as they try to stretch their budgets. Companies also depend on imports for raw materials and competitively priced inputs. Imports give us access to products that would not otherwise be available—such as fresh fruit in the winter.