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“We’re concerned it’ll have a negative impact on ag": Canadian Federation of Ag weighs in on tariffs

August 01, 2025 11:23 AM • 
RFD NEWS STAFF, Currey McCullough

The tariff rate on Canada has been raised to 35 percent and is set to go into effect today. Many are now speculating over what impact could lie ahead for agriculture on both sides of the border.

Keith Currie with the Canadian Federation of Agriculture joined RFD-TV’s own Tammi Arender to discuss what he is hearing from Canadian farmers, if he expects any immediate impact for agriculture, and possible ripple effects.

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