Of the issues discussed at the American Farm Bureau Federation’s FUSION conference was that of the U.S. trade deficit. The fiscal year 2025 is projected to see a record trade…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 03-18-25
…ships by the U.S. Trade Representative. They express concerns about the potential catastrophic effects on the U.S. maritime industry, including increased costs and potential job losses. The proposal aims to…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-17-25
…trade agreements on agriculture, particularly the USMCA. David Samuelson, Senior Director of Government Affairs at the American Farm Bureau Federation, explains the importance of the auto industry in the USMCA…
Campaign Launched to Block the EATS Act
By C.Lotongkum / Shutterstock The Organization for Competitive Markets (OCM) and Competitive Markets Action have launched a $100,000 ad campaign to oppose the reintroduction of the Ending Agriculture Trade Suppression…
U. S. Facing Billions in Agriculture Trade Deficit
The U. S. faces a projected $49 billion trade deficit in agriculture, with increased imports of avocados, coffee, and orange juice contributing. Meanwhile, American staple crops are losing global market…
Scholarship Offers Opportunity for Vineyard and Winery Workers’ Families
…children of California’s vineyard and winery workers, helping them pursue higher education at trade schools, community colleges, and universities. The program is available to high school seniors or recent graduates…
China Hits Back at U.S. Tariffs, Retaliates Against Canada
…Trump’s new 20 percent tariff on China has started a new trade war, and Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins is not backing down. “I support him one hundred percent,” she said….
Introduction of the Supporting Innovation in Agriculture Act
…The bill has received endorsement from more than 50 leading organizations and trade associations, including the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture, the International Fresh Produce Association, the Food…
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…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 03-10-25
…and what they’re doing as far as tariffs. What the larger picture looks like in getting more markets and getting more fair and open trade, and thought that this could…
Rollins Expresses Optimism About Administration’s Efforts to Expand Market Access for Producers
…the Commodity Classic in Denver, Colorado. She believes the administration’s international negotiations are strengthening America’s global position, creating opportunities for better trade deals that would benefit US agriculture. Rollins Expresses…
FPAA Preparing for the 2025 Spring Policy Summit
Major topics include Trade, USMCA, Social Responsibility, Ag Water Rule and more Image courtesy of: Fresh Produce Association of the Americas The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas is preparing…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
…to negotiate agreements with Canada, Mexico, and China that support American farmers and address key trade issues,” Hartman said. American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall echoed these concerns, warning that…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
…Registered Black Angus cattle, hay, and grain. I am also an international agriculture consultant and have been involved in international trade. My testimony today will mostly be about two themes:…