Guatemala - March 2025

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is accepting applications for a trade mission to Guatemala City, Guatemala, March 3-7, 2025. Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating should apply for consideration by December 3.

"We are excited to return to Guatemala after our successful 2018 mission," said Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley. "This trade mission offers an ideal platform to deepen trade ties in the region."

Guatemala is the largest economy and population center in Central America, and projections suggest continued economic growth. In 2023, Guatemala imported $1.7 billion in U.S. agricultural products, and it became the top market in the region. Honduras and El Salvador imported $1.3 billion and $800 million, respectively. Under the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement, all remaining tariffs will phase out by 2025 and further strengthen the position of U.S. products in the region.

The trade mission will provide participants with the opportunity to meet directly with buyers from Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador through tailored business-to-business meetings. Foreign Agricultural Service staff and regional experts will also lead market briefings, site visits, and networking events.

Guatemala and its Central American neighbors are members of the Central America-Dominican Republic Free Trade Agreement and offer strong capabilities in logistics, distribution, processing, and cold chain management. Export opportunities exist in the following sectors:

• Poultry, pork, beef, and related products
• Dairy products
• Consumer and processor-oriented foods
• Condiments and sauces
• Soups and food preparations
• Fresh fruit
• Bakery goods, cereals, and pasta
• Chocolate and cocoa products
• Alcoholic beverages, including distilled spirits, wine, and related products