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The U.S. Cattlemen's Association is pushing for a 25% tariff on Brazilian beef, saying American ranchers follow strict rules that their Brazilian competitors simply don't.

Evan Dean helped shape agriculture and energy policy for a Nebraska congressman for years. Now he's the new face of federal lobbying for the National Grain and Feed Association.

The U.S. just shifted USMCA to annual reviews instead of renewing it long-term — and for dairy farmers, that matters. Mexico alone bought 2.58 billion dollars worth of U.S. dairy last year.

The USMCA trade agreement has a built-in exit clause — any country can walk away with six months notice. But under U.S. law, only Congress can actually dissolve it, which puts President Trump in a tricky spot.

U.S. Wheat Associates welcomes Washington's Mike Carstensen as Vice Chairman, aiming to enhance international markets for local wheat growers.

Farmers in New York can now apply for grants to ease the burden of trade tariffs, thanks to Governor Hochul's new $30 million initiative aimed at keeping local farms thriving.

The future of the USMCA hangs in the balance, with Idaho's cattle industry keeping a close watch on its potential extension and the impact on local farms and processing facilities.

At a press conference in Switzerland, Vice President Vance revealed a deal to unfreeze Iranian money for U.S. farm products, connecting crops like soybeans to Iran’s food imports.

Local farmers depend on trade with Canada and Mexico, and a renewed USMCA could save families hundreds on groceries while ensuring year-round access to fresh produce.

On Thursday, Ag Secretary Brooke Rollins went before the House Ag Committee to discuss with lawmakers what farm country needs to weather this economic crisis.