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Embracing Proactivity in International Trade
Embracing a proactive approach is key to success, efficiency and staying ahead in international trade.
Karen Withers
Jun 6, 20232 min read


How to prevent and mitigate late international payments.
Dealing with Late Payments from International Customers: How to Prevent Risks and Mitigate Loss
Karen Withers
Mar 1, 20233 min read


Don’t Forget Your Phytosanitary Certificate for Australia
Last week the Australian Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry (DAFF) sent an urgent advice to importers of USA origin seed...
Karen Withers
Dec 1, 20222 min read


Who’s Sampling Your Seed?
I am thrilled to be one of the newest USDA National Seed Health System Accredited Entities. If you or your organization need seed...
Karen Withers
Oct 31, 20221 min read


Systems Approach – An Alternative Phytosanitary Certification System
Systems Approach – an alternative to consignment-by-consignment phytosanitary certification
Karen Withers
Oct 11, 20223 min read


Are You Drawing Your Own Phyto Samples?
Save time, money, and improve efficiencies by becoming accredited with the National Seed Health System.
Karen Withers
Jun 30, 20221 min read


Are you (really) following ISF Trade Rules?
Most US seed exporters trade "per ISF Rules” however they are often misunderstood. Here are some of the most misinterpreted ISF Rules.
Karen Withers
Mar 31, 20222 min read


How to obtain an Additional Declaration
Additional Declarations, required by many importing countries, must meet certain criteria before certification.
Karen Withers
Feb 28, 20222 min read


Find Your Allies
Don't recreate the wheel always trying to do or learn things on your own but instead build up your team of allies you can count on when need
Karen Withers
Feb 1, 20222 min read


5 Key Elements of Successful Companies
5 keys of successful companies to run smoothly, prevent delays, reduce technical and regulatory issues, and create great relationships.
Karen Withers
Nov 23, 20212 min read


Is Your Phytosanitary Certificate Expired?
Phytosanitary Certificates (Phytos) are required for nearly all seed exports regardless of destination, species or size of export.
Karen Withers
Aug 26, 20212 min read


Stop losing money on freight costs!
Increasing freight rates can quickly sink your margin for any export sale. How do you protect yourself to ensure all costs are covered?...
Karen Withers
Jun 23, 20211 min read


Does Your Export Require an Import Permit?
Does your export require an import permit.
Karen Withers
May 21, 20211 min read
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