Canada
U.S. Trade with Canada in 2023
Export Market Rank
#2 Among U.S. Agricultural Export Markets
Total Export Value
$28.38 Billion
3-Year Average
$27.45 Billion
Compound Average Growth
2% (2014-2023)
Total Export Value 2014 - 2023
Export Value by Commodity 2023
Top 10 Exports to Canada in 2023
| Commodity | Total Value (USD) | Total Volume (Metric Tons) | 10-Year Average Value (USD) | 10-Year Growth |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baked Goods | $2.8 Billion | 901,206 | $2.3 Billion | 29% |
| Fresh Vegetables | $1.97 Billion | 1.43 Million | $1.92 Billion | 6% |
| Ethanol (non-bev.) | $1.74 Billion | --- | $871.32 Million | 106% |
| Fresh Fruit | $1.71 Billion | 843,585 | $1.64 Billion | -4% |
| Non-Alcoholic Bev. (excl. juices) | $1.48 Billion | 295,574 | $1.32 Billion | 1% |
| Food Preparations | $1.41 Billion | 275,113 | $1.09 Billion | 60% |
| Dog & Cat Food | $1.2 Billion | 420,862 | $800.44 Million | 91% |
| Dairy Products | $1.09 Billion | 219,638 | $782.39 Million | 63% |
| Chocolate & Cocoa Products | $881.79 Million | 179,770 | $764.23 Million | 26% |
| Beef & Beef Products | $876.77 Million | 103,493 | $809.03 Million | -15% |
Data and Analysis
On July 25, 2024, the Province of British Columbia announced additional temporary supports for B.C. wineries to support production of the 2024 vintage. These supports enable all B.C. wineries to produce a 2024 vintage using imported wine grapes, juice, and unfinished wines to supplement a short domestic wine grape crop.
Attaché Report (GAIN)
Canada: CPKC and CN Railway Employees Back to Work Following Government Intervention
Union workers at Canadian National (CN) Railway and Canadian Pacific Kansas City (CPKC) returned to work August 23 and August 26, respectively, ending Canada's first ever strike involving both major rail lines, which began on August 22.
The Teamsters Canada Rail Conference (TCRC), representing 9,000 unionized workers at Canadian National (CN) and Canadian Pacific Kansas City Ltd (CPKC), officially walked off the job at midnight Eastern time on Thursday, August 22, reportedly marking the first time that simultaneous stoppages have occurred for Canada’s two major rail lines.
News and Features
The heart of agriculture lies in the hard of work of farmers and producers, regardless of their identity. Get to know Tara Gomez, a first-time trade mission participant who is a Native American, LGBTQ woman, and agriculture exporter, representing the diversity of American agriculture.
News Release
Under Secretary Taylor Launches First USDA Trade Mission Dedicated to Indigenous Products
Under Secretary Alexis Taylor arrived in Vancouver today to launch USDA’s first trade mission dedicated to developing export markets for Tribal and Native Hawaiian businesses and products.
News Release
USDA Embarks on First-ever Trade Mission Focused on Indigenous and Native Nations Products
USDA will conduct its first-ever trade mission focused on Indian Country and Native Hawaiian Community businesses, products and priorities. Under Secretary Alexis Taylor the mission to Vancouver, Canada, June 17-20.