Ag trade supports farms, communities

Faith Parum American Farm Bureau Federation
Jul 30, 2025
Jul 30, 2025

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Faith Parum American Farm Bureau Federation

Trade is a hot topic with a lot of uncertainty. Trade-policy decisions being made in Washington, D.C., will impact farmers and ranchers in the countryside. This Market Intel report is a continuation in a series exploring different topics related to agricultural trade, including the potential impacts of trade-policy changes.

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