How will Trump’s tariffs impact the organic food and agriculture sector?

“Organic is less reliant on exports”

With the new administration soon coming into office, all of agriculture is keeping a close eye on the potential for new tariffs and the ripple effects that could result for farmers and ranchers.

Co-CEO of the Organic Trade Association, Tom Chapman spoke with RFD-TV’s own Suzanne Alexander on highlights from previous provisions, what he is hearing about the new tariffs, and the impact on the organic food sector.

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