INDIANAPOLIS — Indiana Gov. Eric Holcomb's office announced Wednesday that Holcomb will visit Brazil and Mexico later this month on a trip focused on agricultural economics.
Holcomb, along with First Lady Janet Holcomb, representatives from the Indiana Economic Development Corporation, and officials from the state's Agricultural Biosciences and Agriculture Department, will be speaking at the International Economics Conference on Friday, according to a news release from Holcomb's office. He is scheduled to leave for a development visit.
The visit aims to “promote innovation and growth in agricultural biosciences and the agricultural economy” with both Brazil and Mexico, the release states. This will be Holcomb's first official visit to both countries.
“Indiana agriculture and agbiosciences continue to drive economic and community growth, contributing $58.1 billion annually to the state's economy,” Holcomb said in a statement. “Brazil and Mexico both have an opportunity to cooperate and mutually promote trade, innovation and investment across sectors, promoting the development of food safety, security and sustainability, which is critical to the future global economy. It symbolizes.”
In Brazil, officials will aim to build relationships and identify partner opportunities across government, academia and industry. Mr. Holcomb is also expected to meet with Brazil-based companies operating in Indiana and work to advance industry partnerships, trade and investment across the agbiosciences sector.
In Mexico, Holcomb is expected to meet with government officials to “explore opportunities to expand trade, promote innovation, and increase two-way investment across agriculture, ag science, and broader economic opportunities.” has been done.
“Brazil and Mexico, like Indiana, both share strong agbioscience industries, advancing global services, products and solutions across agriculture, food production and animal health.” It is stated in. “Indiana trade between Brazil and Mexico will exceed $1.7 billion and $13.4 billion, respectively, in 2023, with the state already home to 14 Brazil-based and 13 Mexico-based operations. is placed.”
