WASHINGTON (RFD-TV) — The Farmers Business Network (FBN) annual Crop Protection Market Report reveals that uncertainty across the agricultural economy is expected to continue well into next year, with tariffs creating new challenges for farmers purchasing fertilizer and other key inputs.
Leaders with the organization note that the landscape heading into 2026 will look much different from what it did at the start of this year.
At the same time, the National Farmers Union (NFU) is calling for immediate economic relief for producers. The group has sent letters to both the White House and Congress, urging swift action to offset the negative impacts of recent trade policies on farmers and ranchers.
NFU President Rob Larew joined us on Friday’s Market Day Report to discuss the urgency of providing assistance as many producers face mounting input costs and market uncertainty.
In his interview with RFD-TV News, Larew outlined the organization’s three key principles to ensure any aid package offers meaningful, long-term relief and supports the resilience of family farms. He also addressed the ongoing decline in the number of U.S. farms, noting that while direct relief is needed, a more sustainable, long-term solution for agricultural trade and market access remains essential.
According to Larew, the organization is awaiting a response from federal leaders and hopes meaningful relief will follow once the government shutdown is resolved.
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