“No turning back": Canadian officials are ready for April 2 tariffs

The April 2nd start date for tariffs is just around the corner, and Canadian officials are getting ready.

Host of RealAg Radio Shaun Haney spoke with RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender on Prime Minister Mark Carney’s response and if there will be follow through on these tariffs.

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