NPPC Congratulates Callahan on USTR Chief Ag Negotiator Nomination

WASHINGTON, D.C., July 17, 2025 —President Trump today nominated Julie Callahan to be the chief agricultural negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative, a move lauded by the U.S. pork industry. 

Speaking on behalf of America’s 60,000+ pork producers, NPPC CEO Bryan Humphreys released the following statement.

“America’s pork producers congratulate and look forward to continuing to engage with U.S. Trade Representative Chief Agricultural Negotiator nominee Julie Callahan. Exceptionally familiar with agriculture and science-based standards, Julie has also been actively engaged with trade negotiations in the Trump administration and is in a unique position to advocate for U.S. agriculture on the world’s stage.”

The USTR chief agricultural negotiator represents the interests of America’s farmers and ranchers and the U.S. government in trade talks with foreign nations, working to reduce trade barriers, open new markets, and eliminate unfair trade practices.

NPPC has pushed the administration to fill the chief agricultural negotiator position, which is especially critical to American agriculture given ongoing reciprocal trade negotiations. NPPC appreciates President Trump moving forward with filling this vital position and encourages Callahan’s swift confirmation.