NPPC Congratulates Callahan on Senate Confirmation

WASHINGTON, D.C., Dec. 18, 2025 - National Pork Producers Council President and Ohio pork producer Duane Stateler released the following statement after the U.S. Senate confirmed Julie Callahan to serve as chief agricultural negotiator in the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative.

"Congratulations to Julie Callahan on her Senate confirmation as chief agricultural negotiator, a vital seat at the table to represent U.S. agriculture trade interests. We are confident she will be a champion for America's pork producers, fighting to break down unfair trade practices and opening new markets, which will boost international demand for U.S. pork."

NPPC has pushed the administration to quickly fill the chief agricultural negotiator position, which is especially critical to American agriculture given ongoing trade negotiations. In 2024, an estimated 7.1 billion pounds of U.S. pork was exported-more than 25% of pork production. Pork export values in 2024 totaled $8.6 billion dollars, equating to an average of $66 in value from each hog marketed.