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The Keys to Successful Trade:
Export Credit Guarantee Programs
Financing options!
That's what Export Credit Guarantee Programs can provide to importers, local banks, U.S. exporters and U.S. banks.
Since 1980, USDA's Commodity Credit Corporation (CCC) has supported billions of dollars in agricultural exports, primarily bulk commodities, although  sales of consumer-ready products have dramatically increased under CCC programs.
The video, "The Keys to Success Trade," informs audiences about the mechanics and benefits of the GSM 102 and GSM 103 programs. Under GSM financing:
Importers obtain desired U.S. agricultural products
Importer's banks expand their business
U.S. exporters are paid when goods are shipped
U.S. banks receive payment protection
Video Cover: The Keys to Successful Trade: Export Credit Guarantee Program
For more information,
or to order the video, contact:
Foreign Agricultural Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture
Export Credits, Stop 1031
1400 Independence Ave., SW, Washington, DC 20250-1031
Tel.: (202) 720-6301 Fax: (202) 690-0727


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