Tariffs and Trade Barriers
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney says farmers and agricultural organizations will need to work with lawmakers on both sides of the aisle to advance their priorities.
Farm Bureau says rising expenses can cut into earnings even when retail beef prices remain high.
The White House says a new agreement could eliminate the U.S. trade deficit with Mexico.
Countries that buy American cotton could receive favorable tariff treatment on qualifying apparel.
Lower tariffs could improve U.S. competitiveness, but the framework does not guarantee Chinese purchases.
U.S.-Mexico tariff talks have stalled over autos, steel, and aluminum, raising concerns about trade certainty and access for American agricultural exports.
RealAg Radio host Shaun Haney discusses concerns equipment manufacturers raised during meetings with Canadian lawmakers in Ottawa.
U.S.-China trade separation has accelerated since 2025, while broader geopolitical trade fragmentation has stabilized, the WTO said in its latest outlook.
Mexico is a crucial market for Washington apples, and a recent anti-dumping case adds another trade hurdle as USMCA talks continue.
Weaker housing demand is putting more pressure on lumber and timber markets.