…Mexico, and the E.U. “These tariffs will harm U.S. farmers and take many American farm operations to the breaking point.” “American farmers overwhelmingly supported President Trump in 2016 but will…
Producers Getting Whiplash from Trade Back-and-Forth
American producers are suffering from dizziness, thanks to the back-and-forth headlines regarding the U.S.-China trade dispute. Tuesday, the Trump Administration announced it was moving ahead with plans for protecting intellectual…
Trade Retaliation Already Hurting Pork Producers
…factor. The market disruption that’s being caused by the trade uncertainty comes at a time when American pork production is expanding to record levels. From the National Association of Farm…
DOJ Approves Bayer Purchase of Monsanto
…As a result, the Department says “American farmers and consumers will continue to benefit from competition in this industry.” The Antitrust Division Tuesday filed a civil antitrust lawsuit in the…
NAFTA Talks Continue, Time Running Short
Negotiations of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) continue this week in Washington, as all sides are trying to wrap up the talks quickly. Canada’s foreign minister Chrystia Freeland…
Dairy Groups Ask for Original Oversight
…of the administration’s efforts to expand the U.S. economy and grow American jobs, FDA has a responsibility to safeguard our consumers while also working in tandem with our trade agencies…
Research Funding Recently Approved for Grapevine Viruses
…for research and outreach on other pests and diseases since 2010. The Board research screening committee closely coordinates its’ efforts with the American Vineyard Foundation which also receives proposals for…
Rural Mainstreet Index Chief Eyeing Two Economic Red Flags
…What about trade with Japan?” He tells Chip Flory of Agri-Talk that he’s very concerned about trade with Asia as well as the North American Free Trade Agreement. “NAFTA is…
Celebrating National Hamburger Day
…been a staple of the American diet for decades. Americans eat almost 50 billion burgers a year. That is the equivalent of three burgers a week for every person in…
Action Taken Against Canadian Trade Measures That Discriminate Against U.S. Wine
…to have the opportunity to buy our great American wine. The practice of discriminating against U.S. wine is unfair and cannot be tolerated any longer. Our wine producers rely on…
USDA Heavily Involved in Trade Talks
…Wednesday when it’s Ministry of Commerce posted a statement saying, “China welcomes high-quality, competitive American products to enter the Chinese market.” From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S. and Mexico Talking Cars in NAFTA 2.0 Discussions
…North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA). The anonymous sources say officials are meeting to discuss Mexico’s automotive proposal. The auto issue has been a key sticking point during the nine…
H-2A Agricultural Worker Visa Modernization Joint Cabinet Statement
Secretary Acosta, Secretary Nielsen, Secretary Perdue and Secretary Pompeo When President Trump addressed the American Farm Bureau Federation in January of this year, he reminded the audience that his commitment…
Administration Discord Over China Tariffs
…settle its differences with China, which had threatened to levy its own tariffs on American agricultural imports. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said over the weekend that the administration’s plan to…