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Lindberg: Trade Deals Deliver New Market Access

Published January 16, 2026

Following a trade mission to Malaysia, USDA Undersecretary of Agriculture for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg says recent trade agreements are opening new doors for U.S. farmers and ranchers. “These rapid response missions are taking advantage of new…
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U.S. Agricultural Trade Deficit Widens

Published October 15, 2025

The agricultural trade deficit is expected to worsen in the years ahead. A new study from the University of Illinois and Texas Tech University shows the U.S. is importing far more than it exports. Researchers say the decline began after…
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Indonesia Trade Deal

Published July 23, 2025

The Trump administration has released details on its new trade framework with Indonesia. Under the agreement, 99 percent of U.S. exports to Indonesia will face zero tariffs. In return, Indonesia will reduce key non-tariff barriers, including eliminating preshipment inspections for…
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Japan Vows to Protect Farmers in Tariff Talks

Published July 1, 2025

Japan says it won’t sacrifice its agriculture sector in trade talks with the U.S., following criticism from President Trump over rice imports. Government officials emphasized that agriculture is “the foundation of the nation” and vowed to protect farmers in ongoing…
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London Hosts U.S.-China Trade Talks

Published June 9, 2025

The relationship between the United States and China takes a new turn today. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer will meet with Chinese trade officials in London. The meeting follows a lengthy phone…
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Japan Eyes More U.S. Corn in Trade Talks

Published May 12, 2025

Japanese Prime Minister Shigeru Ishiba suggested that increasing U.S. corn imports, particularly for ethanol and biomass use, could be part of ongoing trade negotiations with Washington. Ishiba emphasized Japan’s commitment to protecting its domestic agriculture sector, especially as pressure mounts…
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Rollins: New Deals Coming Soon

Published April 23, 2025

During a visit to North Dakota, Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins emphasized the Trump administration’s aggressive trade strategy and its implications for American farmers. Rollins criticized longstanding international trade imbalances. "I had no idea that Japan was charging a 700 percent…
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