DTB AgriTrade provides comprehensive support on all aspects of agricultural trade policymaking, negotiations, and implementation, partnering with our clients to address challenges related to tariffs, subsidies, SPS measures, and other non-tariff barriers. Our expertise includes:
Trade Agreement Negotiations
We guide clients through the negotiation process, ensuring their interests are reflected in trade agreements. Current and former DTB partners have been closely involved from the government or private sector perspectives in virtually every major trade negotiation over the past four decades, from the creation of the WTO and NAFTA to the U.S.-China “Phase One” Agreement and USMCA.
Trade Monitoring
We help our clients keep track of policies that affect their business, and engage at the right time and place to advance their priorities. This includes work with government agencies and international organizations responsible for both implementing and monitoring these policies.
Trade Enforcement
We develop and implement effective enforcement strategies, including through dispute settlement mechanisms under trade agreements like the WTO when necessary. Our experience includes involvement in landmark cases related to hormones, biotechnology, and agricultural subsidies.
Government Relations
We help our clients advance their policy goals with government agencies and legislative bodies, with a focus on advocating for policies that promote expanding trade and open markets.
Engagement with Global Institutions
We frequently work with international organizations such as the WTO, FAO, OECD, IICA, and WOAH, as well as private sector organizations to address trade barriers and advance our clients’ interests in the global arena.