between the two countries continues to favor united states us surplus is narrowing canada horticultural trade under liberalization a brief summary and began eliminating import tariffs other restrictions when free agreement fta was implemented in 1987 accord expanded 1994 include mexico with implementation of north america nafta since then products has significantly canadian fruit vegetable industries as well consumers have benefited from new market opportunities offered by lower elimination licenses development more transparent business environment today be top export for likewise main destination exports although balance remains key northern demand fresh produce strong leading customer increasing steadily established