ALBERTA, CANADA (RFD News) — The Trump administration is discussing the possibility of creating a new U.S.-China “Board of Trade” as negotiations between the two countries continue evolving.
Shaun Haney, host of RealAg Radio, joined us on Wednesday’s Market Day Report to break down what the proposal could mean for agriculture and why producers should be paying attention.
In his conversation with RFD News, Haney explained what the proposed trade structure could look like and why stable trade relationships remain critical for agricultural markets.
He also weighed in on comments from U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer, who hinted that tariff reductions on some products could eventually happen, and whether agriculture could be one of the first sectors to benefit.
Haney additionally discussed concerns surrounding whether China will follow through on future trade commitments and whether negotiations are beginning to shift toward a more transactional, managed-trade relationship between the two countries.
The Texas Department of Agriculture confirmed a New World Screwworm case about 119 miles from the Texas border, near Zapata, Texas, and north and west of the Rio Grande Valley.
Beef is leading the decline as slaughter drops and supplies tighten.
April 30, 2026 05:01 PM
·
Ethanol demand held together last week, but lower production and thinner stocks put more focus on export strength. Production capacity is also strengthening over time and benefiting soybean farmers.
April 30, 2026 01:38 PM
·
Farm Bureau Economist Dr. Faith Parum discusses USDA’s efforts to expand fertilizer capacity, signals for farm profitability, and AFBF’s Farm Bill expectations.
April 30, 2026 01:22 PM
·
Expanded export financing could provide greater support for ag sales abroad if buyers and lenders use the additional tools.
April 30, 2026 12:38 PM
·
The farm bill is still moving, but the toughest amendment fights were pushed into today’s session. ASA President Scott Metzger joins us to discuss the risks of tariff actions on soybean exports, concerns over trade policy and production costs, and the importance of Farm Bill updates.
April 30, 2026 10:22 AM
·
