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Truitt: Beef Imports Won’t Change Tight Supply Picture

Published August 25, 2026

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt questions how much the tariff-free beef imports will actually affect retail beef prices. "“Three hundred thousand metric tons may sound like a lot to somebody; that’s 20 to 24 days’ worth of supply, and you’re…

GOP Flips the Script on Specific Farm Bill Issues

Published May 1, 2026

The farm bill debate blurred some of the traditional party-line policy positions. A pesticide labeling provision maintaining support for the federal regulatory system over state courts was rejected, brought down a coalition that included MAHA Moms and the advocates for…

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Senate Farm Bill is ‘Virtually Impossible’

Published April 30, 2026

There was no shortage of drama for the farm bill debate in the House. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt sees an even bigger lift when the bill goes to the Senate. "I think the path in the Senate is virtually…

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Iran Conflict Reshapes Trade Dynamics

Published April 15, 2026

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the ongoing conflict in Iran and control over oil flows are reshaping global trade dynamics. “I think if you just observe the situation, regardless of what your political beliefs are, to think that the…

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Truitt: U.S. May Owe Billions After Tariff Ruling

Published March 9, 2026

Trade policy remains a major topic in Washington after the Supreme Court of the United States ruled that President Donald Trump exceeded his authority when imposing sweeping tariffs. Jay Truitt, president of Policy Solutions, says the decision could force the…

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Greenland Debate Adds New Pressure to U.S.-EU Ag Trade

Published January 20, 2026

President Trump's repeated demands to acquire Greenland upset European leaders. Trump says a framework deal was negotiated with NATO and his tariff threat was pulled back. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the dispute could still slow momentum on agricultural…

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Policy Expert Breaks Down Venezuela, Trade Implications

Published January 5, 2026

Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says the U.S. capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro could have ripple effects on global oil markets and agricultural trade, particularly with China and other Central and South American countries. Truitt notes that while Venezuela…

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Government Shutdown Continues

Published October 14, 2025

The government shutdown in Washington shows little hope for a resolution. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says lawmakers are waiting for key events before taking further action. “Democrats are waiting to take any steps until after the No Kings protest…

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Congressional Oversight Required

Published September 26, 2025

While tariffs are in the news now, the United States has been collecting import duties for a long time. Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt says that money is allocated either to a targeted program or to the general revenues. "No…

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Farmers Left Waiting as Farm Bill Lags

Published September 18, 2025

Farmers may face frustration as Congress signals it has already done enough on the farm bill, according to Policy Solutions President Jay Truitt. "While technically it's not done, they feel like they've already gotten the real hardcore negotiations passed in…

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Truitt: Beef Imports Won’t Change Tight Supply Picture

GOP Flips the Script on Specific Farm Bill Issues

Senate Farm Bill is ‘Virtually Impossible’

Iran Conflict Reshapes Trade Dynamics

Truitt: U.S. May Owe Billions After Tariff Ruling

Greenland Debate Adds New Pressure to U.S.-EU Ag Trade

Policy Expert Breaks Down Venezuela, Trade Implications

Government Shutdown Continues

Congressional Oversight Required

Farmers Left Waiting as Farm Bill Lags

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