Articles tagged under: trade
China Files WTO Dispute
Published April 10, 2018
China has filed a dispute with the World Trade Organization, alleging U.S. tariffs on steel and aluminum violate world trade rules. However, the Chinese did reconfirm they will lower tariffs on cars, potentially paving the way for negotiations. The announcement…NDFU Advocating for a Strong Farm Bill
Published April 10, 2018
In a time where farm income is down, farmers are looking for some certainty. North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne says it’s essential low commodity prices aren’t impacted further. A strong farm bill would help provide some security. "When…A More Moderate Trade Tone
Published April 9, 2018
The rhetoric over trade and tariffs was in overdrive last week. On the Sunday talk shows, the Trump Administration took a more moderate approach. Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin was on CBS’s ‘Face the Nation’ and said the Trump Administration simply…Cramer Advocates for a Measured Approach
Published April 7, 2018
North Dakota Congressman Kevin Cramer says President Trump understands the short-term challenges to agriculture from this U.S.-China trade fight. “My advice has been to take a measured approach. While the initial volley is bombastic, as a means of negotiating, Trump…Another Chapter in the Trade Dispute
Published April 6, 2018
Late Thursday, President Donald Trump directed Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue to implement a plan to protect farmers and agricultural interests. “In many respects I think we could have a fantastic relationship long-term with China, but we have to get this…USSEC Leader Prepares for China Trip
Published April 5, 2018
Trade disruptions impact markets. U.S. Soybean Export Council Vice President Monte Peterson, who farms at Valley City, North Dakota, says there is time to find a solution. "There's a comment period on Section 301/intellectual property. So these tariffs do not…Farmers Will Be Okay
Published April 4, 2018
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue acknowledges the anxiety over the trade dispute between the U.S. and China. During a stop in Ohio, Perdue said farmers will be okay. "The president wanted me to ensure the farmers of America that they will…Swine Industry Pinched by Chinese Tariffs
Published April 2, 2018
China has imposed an additional 25 percent duty on U.S. pork. That’s on top of a 12 percent tariff already in place. Minnesota Pork Producers Association CEO David Preisler says the tariffs have already hurt the hog market. “Various economists…