WTC Oxnard - 13th Annual World Trade Month

World Trade Week 2026 will shine a spotlight on the Port of Hueneme’s proud agricultural legacy—honoring its reputation as “the Port that the farmers built”—while celebrating its modern role as a powerhouse for U.S. food and farm exports. For generations, Ventura County growers have relied on the Port as their vital global gateway, moving fresh produce, nursery stock, and specialty crops to high‑value markets around the world with unmatched speed to market.

This year’s program will feature keynote speaker Christine Birdsong, alongside Ventura County Agricultural Commissioner Korinne Bell, who will help frame the national and statewide vision for boosting American agricultural exports. Attendees will hear dynamic panel discussions from premier automotive and fresh‑produce exporters who depend on the Port’s cutting‑edge cold‑chain infrastructure, efficient federal inspection processes, and deep partnerships with growers, shippers, and agencies like CDFA and USDA.

With California and federal leaders working to expand export opportunities for U.S. farmers, World Trade Week 2026 offers a powerful opportunity to showcase how the Port of Hueneme’s world‑class logistics, agricultural innovation, and strong collaboration across sectors position it as a model for strengthening American competitiveness. Together, we will celebrate the growers and farmworkers who built this Port’s legacy and chart new pathways to expand global market access for California agriculture.