Reports Show Wisconsin Exports Up 6%

Governor Scott Walker recently announced the export number for the state of Wisconsin last year, and the overall amount rose by 6%. In total, Wisconsin businesses exported $22.3 billion in goods and services to over 200 countries. The three biggest markets accounting for the increase were Canada, Mexico and China. Canadian exports tallied in at $6.9 billion, a 4.3% jump, while $3.2 billion worth of good were shipped to Mexico, and increase of 4.8%. The largest market jump by far was to China, who saw a 21.6% leap to $1.7 billion. Governor Walker was very happy with the numbers, saying “Not only is Wisconsin becoming more attractive to global companies seeking to expand or establish operations in the U.S., but existing state businesses are experiencing more success in selling their products overseas.”