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Halstrom: China Trade Losses Could Reach $3B

Published December 16, 2025

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative will hold a hearing this week reviewing the Phase One trade agreement with China, originally negotiated during President Donald Trump’s first term. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom says the…

Potato Industry Says $1 Billion Aid Falls Short

Published December 11, 2025

National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says potato growers are still trying to determine how much support they may receive from the administration’s newly announced $1 billion allocation for specialty crops. Quarles said growers nationwide are dealing with steep financial…

Trump Administration Launches $700 Million Regenerative Pilot Program

Published December 11, 2025

The Trump Administration is launching a $700 million Regenerative Pilot Program to help U.S. farmers adopt practices that improve soil health, protect water quality, and boost long-term productivity. The initiative, announced by Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Health and…

Craig Criticizes White House Over Farm Policy

Published December 10, 2025

House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Representative Angie Craig used the panel’s annual Member Day hearing to sharply criticize the administration’s approach to farm and food policy. Craig said rising costs, trade instability, and policy uncertainty are hurting producers and families…

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Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

Published December 8, 2025

National Cattlemen's Beef Association President-elect Gene Copenhaver says the U.S. cattle industry remains strong but continues to face pressure from trade issues, pests, and political challenges. Speaking at the Minnesota State Cattlemen's Association Convention in St. Cloud, Copenhaver noted, “there…

Bode Calls for Science-Based Approach in MAHA Policy

Published November 21, 2025

Corn Refiners Association President and CEO John Bode says the administration’s MAHA initiative is generating momentum on chronic disease prevention while raising red flags for agriculture. “When science and risk-based policies are abandoned, we see things like irrational challenges to…

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Rollins: USDA to End Wasteful Spending, DEI Programs

Published February 17, 2025

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins addressed over 400 USDA staffers and stakeholders on Friday, emphasizing her commitment to reform and fiscal responsibility. Rollins announced plans to streamline operations, optimize the workforce and eliminate wasteful spending. As part of these reforms, the…

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RFK Takes Over HHS Helm

Published February 13, 2025

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. was sworn in Thursday as President Trump's new Secretary of Health and Human Services. RFK's won confirmation with a 52-48 vote. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer strongly opposed the nomination, urging his colleagues to reject it.…

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Speculation Surrounds Tariffs and Agriculture

Published November 14, 2024

There are countless theories about what will happen under the new Trump administration. With major increases in tariffs proposed, there is speculation about the impact on agriculture, “but the devil's in the details on that.” Ron Baumgarten worked on ag…

Kip Tom Eyes USDA Secretary Role

Published November 13, 2024

Former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Agencies for Food and Agriculture during President Trump’s previous term and Indiana farmer Kip Tom is considered a top option for secretary of agriculture for the Trump administration. Tom expects Trump to make…

Articles tagged under: Trump Administration

Halstrom: China Trade Losses Could Reach $3B

Potato Industry Says $1 Billion Aid Falls Short

Trump Administration Launches $700 Million Regenerative Pilot Program

Craig Criticizes White House Over Farm Policy

Copenhaver: Cattle Industry Strong Amid Ongoing Challenges

Bode Calls for Science-Based Approach in MAHA Policy

Rollins: USDA to End Wasteful Spending, DEI Programs

RFK Takes Over HHS Helm

Speculation Surrounds Tariffs and Agriculture

Kip Tom Eyes USDA Secretary Role

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