…two crucial areas—elections and business filings—and both, he says, have suffered under the current administration. “We need to fix that office,” he continued, “and get rid of Gavin Newsom’s appointed…
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…one grows like we do.” When asked about tariffs, Toor said he supports President Trump’s current trade approach with Europe and Asia. “He’s been smart about avoiding counter-tariffs on U.S….
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…industry. Toor praised the Trump administration’s negotiations with Europe, India, Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. Europe recently threatened counter-tariffs but ultimately backed off, keeping demand stable. China is more complex….
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…the cattle industry and the Trump administration maintain their bond? Kester answers confidently: “Oh, no. There’s no danger of anything being disrupted… We’re all on the same team pulling in…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Trade, and Prop 50: Halloween Highlights from the AgNet News Hour
…to national issues after comments by former President Donald Trump about importing Argentine beef rattled cattle markets. “We completely support President Trump and all he’s done for ranchers,” Kester said….
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…prices just as producers begin recovering from pandemic-era losses. Lane emphasized that while the Trump administration’s beef stabilization plan offers promise—focusing on herd rebuilding, processing expansion, and grazing access—import balance…
Bill Jones: Fixing California’s Water and Future
…the ongoing conflict between Governor Gavin Newsom’s administration and the federal government, Jones pointed to California’s water crisis as a prime example of failed cooperation. “The water problem is a…
Elaine Culotti: Fighting for California’s Farmers and Future
…explained. “You can say whatever you want about the Trump administration—it has nothing to do with that. This is your own people doing it. Stop voting for them if you…
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…the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for providing consistent support to the raisin industry across multiple administrations. Key programs include: School Lunch and Needy Persons Programs, which have long included…
Kevin Kester on Ranching, Trade, and Ag’s Next Generation
…Trump administration provided significant support for the cattle industry, particularly compared to other administrations. While he maintains friendships on both sides of the political aisle, he stressed that Republican-led policies…
Kevin Kester on Cattle, Wolves, and the Fight to Keep Family Ranches Alive
…will be done,” he said grimly. Kester also spoke about his time at the White House, standing with President Trump and working on trade agreements, including opening markets for U.S….
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…On the federal level, Kreps has seen more optimism. After trips to Washington, D.C. earlier this year, he noted that the federal government—under President Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance, and…
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…direction. He pointed to the 16.5% shift toward former President Trump in the last election—the largest swing in the nation—as evidence of growing dissatisfaction. “My opponent has been in office…