The full Senate could vote on the measure by the end of the week.

The first trip of the year is to North Africa, as part of the Prosper Africa initiative.

A 385-to-41 vote approves the trade deal with Mexico and Canada.

Final passage in House expected, Senate plans to consider early next year.

Both sides made concessions, but many of the details have not been disclosed.

The two sides have been working on labor and environmental issues within the agreement.

The company has been talking with the Asian country in recent months about an agreement.

The beef export numbers were down due to trade concerns.

Rabobank reports that the ongoing beef demand in China will support global beef prices in the upcoming year.