The Mississippi River is essential for exporting Midwest agricultural products, connecting U.S. farms to global markets.

The Mississippi River is a key waterway for transporting agricultural goods from the Midwest to international markets. Flowing southward from the heartland to the Gulf of Mexico, it provides a direct and economical route for moving large quantities of products like corn, soybeans, and wheat. Barges carry these goods from Midwestern farms down the river to ports, where they are loaded onto ships for global export. By reducing transportation costs and offering a reliable route, the Mississippi River enables U.S. farmers to compete internationally, making it an invaluable part of the U.S. agricultural supply chain and export economy.