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Limited imports could improve feeder-cattle supplies, but reopening depends on continued screwworm control and strict inspections.
USDA Under Secretary for Trade Luke Lindberg discusses the Port of Seattle’s role in ag exports, meetings with Washington producers, and the administration’s priorities for trade and expanding export opportunities.
RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney says Canadian farmers are encouraged by improving crop conditions, but are watching the weather and USMCA negotiations closely.
Strong new-crop soybean demand and rising corn shipments provided the clearest support in an otherwise mixed report.
USMCA negotiations now include concerns over Mexico’s water treaty compliance, while the U.S. advances a federal investigation into lamb imports that could lead to new trade protections.
The lack of progress on agricultural negotiations leaves producers relying more heavily on bilateral trade agreements.
Canadian farmers are navigating wildfire smoke and trade uncertainty as Ontario agriculture leaders call for preparedness, cooperation, and continued USMCA negotiations.
RealAg Radio’s Shaun Haney discusses new U.S.-Canada tariffs, the potash exemption, and what the latest trade tensions could mean for USMCA negotiations and agriculture.
USDA reported a large export sale that included shipments to China and unknown destinations, which traders often interpret as additional Chinese purchases.
The announcement comes as the United States, Canada, and Mexico continue negotiations over the future of the USMCA trade agreement.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney joins us to discuss Canada’s agricultural policy discussions, industry reaction to the joint statement, and the path forward toward the next agricultural policy framework.
New duty-free phosphate imports from Morocco are expected to boost fertilizer supplies and lower costs for U.S. farmers as USDA estimates prices could fall by as much as 22 percent.
Renewable Fuels Association CEO Geoff Cooper discusses record public support for year-round E15, congressional legislation, the Renewable Fuel Standard, 45Z guidance, and ethanol trade with Brazil.
For producers who depend on overseas markets, the lack of progress leaves uncertainty over future trade policies.
Several agricultural products will remain exempt from the new duties, including certain beef products, coffee, bananas, nuts, and seeds, along with other products considered important to U.S. supply chains.
Continuing Coverage: War in Ukraine
Lewis Williamson discusses the latest USDA Crop Progress report, weather, Black Sea exports, tariffs, and other factors shaping corn and soybean markets this summer.
Global conflicts, labor policy, and tightening wheat supplies are all competing for the attention of agricultural markets as producers navigate another volatile growing season.
Lewis Williamson with HTS Commodities joins us to discuss U.S. crop conditions, key market factors influencing the growing season, and potential opportunities and hurdles for agricultural trade moving forward.
Continuing Coverage: Immigration
As labor shortages continue to reshape production agriculture, H-2A employment will likely remain an essential part of many farming operations. But the program’s payroll tax rules differ significantly from those applicable to domestic agricultural employees.
The proposed OSHA rule would require additional heat protections for workers during extreme temperatures.
Supporters say reforming the H-2A program is critical to maintaining a stable agricultural workforce and ensuring farms can continue producing food while remaining economically viable.
Business News: Trade
Imports & Exports
CSX grain carloads have remained stable, but train speeds have slowed and origin dwell times have increased.
Grain markets are watching China’s soybean buying commitments and worsening Corn Belt weather as analysts assess the outlook for crop yields, prices, and U.S. supply heading into harvest.
Under the agreement, Georgia may inspect meat products produced in participating establishments for shipment throughout the United States.