As the Trump Administration works to balance U.S. trade books, lawmakers on the Ways and Means Committee are frustrated with a lack of progress over the last four years.
Congressman Randy Feenstra of Iowa says the Biden Administration opened zero new trade markets.
“So when you talk about export markets, whether it be corn, soybeans, wheat, cotton, we haven’t opened anything; cattle, hogs, dairy, and now we have that opportunity. We’re really working with the Administration right now. Everyone is hearing about tariffs, but I’m also hearing about the opportunity to have new export markets for all our commodities, and that’s exciting to hear about.”
Feenstra says there are a lot of exciting things on the horizon for agriculture, and he hopes to see greater market access over the next four years.
Traders are watching for additional purchases despite continued weakness in Chinese demand.
September 04, 2026 12:30 PM
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Council leaders see new opportunities to create international demand for U.S. agriculture.
September 04, 2026 12:00 PM
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The latest Ag Economy Barometer for August shows a stronger financial outlook for producers, despite ongoing concerns about input costs.
September 04, 2026 06:00 AM
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The first grain vessel in six years is a key step for Churchill, but its long-term success depends on continued investment to integrate it into Canada’s agricultural export network.
September 03, 2026 02:32 PM
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The 15th Annual Women in Agribusiness Summit will take place later this month in New Orleans, bringing together women from across the agricultural industry to discuss markets, policy, technology, trade and the future of agriculture.
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Industry leaders say protecting USMCA and access to the Canadian market remains a priority.
September 02, 2026 01:00 PM
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