The U.S. Trade Representative’s Office (USTR) has launched an investigation into China’s dominance in maritime, logistics, and shipbuilding. As a result, the agency has proposed new measures, including fees of…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 03-26-25
…Panamax-sized ships and $1.20 per bushel for smaller vessels. The Trump administration’s Section 301 rule targets China’s market share, with 48% of bulk vessels being Chinese-built. Additionally, the conversation touched…
Farmers for Free Trade Sounding Alarm over Another Trade War
USA and China trade war caused by the US tariffs on agriculture goods, steel and aluminum. DepositPhotos image Last week, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced USDA is issuing up…
Proposed Fees on Chinese-Linked Ships Could Increase Costs for U.S. Farmers
A proposal from the Trump administration to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could significantly impact American farmers and ranchers by increasing export costs, according to…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-18-25
…level the playing field by promoting U.S. ship use and preventing China’s market power over global supply chains. They also discuss the broader implications for trade, labor costs, and the…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-13-25
…He predicted five major processors remaining, with 200 growers. Turkey is the top raisin producer, followed by Iran and China. Barcarian highlighted the industry’s consolidation and the need for vertical…
China Hits Back at U.S. Tariffs, Retaliates Against Canada
DepositPhotos image China has hit back this week at Trump’s new tariffs with duties of its own, targeted at sensitive U.S. farm goods. The U.S.’s third-biggest Ag export market, China…
Consumers Concerned About Tariffs and Rising Food Prices
…China have heightened worries about rising prices. According to the Gardner Food and Agricultural Policy Survey, most consumers—regardless of political affiliation—expect tariffs to drive up food costs. Among Democratic respondents,…
Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs
…who rely on agricultural trade. The tariffs on China and Canada, they argue, will hinder farmers’ ability to sell their products, drive up production costs, and place an added financial…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
DepositPhotos image The U.S. agricultural sector has expressed strong concerns following the President’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. Industry leaders warn that these measures could have…
Significant Changes Recently in the Avocado Market
…market share. In Europe, avocado volume is up 13% with Spain and Israel leading, with Peru expected to enter the market soon. In China, volumes are low, and prices are…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-13-25
…to stay competitive globally, particularly against countries like China. The episode wraps up with this week’s Almond Update and interviews from the World Ag Expo. Listen to previous AgNet News…
China Retaliates with Tariffs on U.S. Farm Machinery Amid Trade Dispute
Farm machinery manufacturers in the United States could soon feel the impact of retaliatory tariffs from China, following the latest round of trade actions between the two countries. After President…
AFBF Duvall Discusses Concerns Over Tariffs
DepositPhotos image American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) President Zippy Duvall discusses concerns over tariffs imposed by President Trump on Mexico, Canada, and China, which could increase the cost of agricultural…