President Trump has officially announced the implementation of his tariffs.
His plan includes immediate reciprocal tariffs on nearly all U.S. trading partners. He announced that he will impose 25 percent tariffs on imported automobiles and auto parts, expected to take effect tomorrow, excluding Canada and Mexico.
During his announcement, he declared reciprocal tariffs on multiple countries, including 34 percent on China.
Major farm groups like the American Farm Bureau, National Farmers Union, and NASDA made a last-minute pitch to urge President Trump to reconsider tariffs. However, the shrimp industry is praising the move, hoping tariffs will help save generational businesses and boost domestic supply.
Producers say more reliable water deliveries would help make irrigation planning more predictable.
August 25, 2026 01:00 PM
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The initiative could create more opportunities for farmers and ranchers to sell food within their communities.
August 25, 2026 12:30 PM
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Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger recently sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins calling the policy “catastrophic” and raising concerns about its potential impact on cattle producers.
August 25, 2026 12:21 PM
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney says the retaliatory tariffs aim to protect Canadian industries by targeting sectors including steel, dairy, appliances, agricultural equipment, pulp and paper, and electronics.
August 25, 2026 11:23 AM
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Eligible LLCs and S corporations can now access separate USDA payment limits for each qualifying member beginning with the 2026 program year.
August 25, 2026 09:00 AM
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Geoff Cooper says the EPA action could provide more options for refiners and blenders.
August 24, 2026 04:30 PM
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