Protecting US Agricultural Exports: Securing Common Food Names in Foreign Markets.
This law aims to protect US food producers and farmers by securing their right to use common product names (like certain cheeses or wines) in international markets. It mandates the government to negotiate trade agreements that prevent foreign countries from blocking US exports based on the use of these customary names. This ensures US agricultural products maintain access to global markets, supporting the domestic economy and jobs.
Key points
Establishes a definition for "common name" for agricultural and food products to protect their use in international trade.
Requires the Secretary of Agriculture and the USTR to negotiate agreements defending the right of US exporters to use these common names abroad.
The goal is to prevent foreign restrictions that claim common product names as exclusive geographical indications.
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