Ag Legislation & Trade

Stay informed on the evolving landscape of American farm policy and the global trade climate for U.S. agriculture.

Insights

U.S. Agricultural Trade

As one of the largest agricultural exporters in the world, American agriculture is an essential provider of sustenance for families around the world.

22.1MM

Number of jobs in ag, food, & related industries in 2022

$169.5B

Total U.S. agricultural exports forecasted in 2024

$200.0B

Total U.S. agricultural imports forecasted in 2024

-$30.5B

Estimated U.S. ag trade deficit forecasted in 2024

Agricultural Trade Legislative Updates Regulatory Reform

Agricultural Trade

Agricultural Trade News

American farmers and ranchers play an integral role in providing food, fiber, and fuel—not just for our nation, but for the world. Learn more about the state of global trade for U.S. agriculture.

Hay bales in a field with mountains in the background, showcasing the success of farm ownership.

Ag Financing, Agricultural Land Loans

From Soil to Success: The Benefits and Barriers of Farm Ownership

Dec 06, 2023

Ag Economics

U.S. Farmland Market Outlook for 2024

Nov 22, 2023

Ag Economics

Understanding Historical Farmland Market Trends

Nov 15, 2023

Legislative Updates

Legislative Updates for U.S. Agriculture

Learn more about the impact of recent legislation on U.S. agricultural.

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Agricultural Operations

Sector Spotlight: Key Issues Impacting the U.S. Fruit and Vegetable Industry

Sep 29, 2022

Ag Economics, Legislation & Global Trade

A Farmer’s Guide to the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act

Jul 27, 2022

Legislation & Global Trade

What Farmers Should Know About the Ocean Shipping Reform Act

Jul 13, 2022

Regulatory Reform

Take a nonpartisan look at updates to key ag regulation reforms impacting farmers and ranchers, from land conservation to water quality.

Industry News and Trends, Legislation & Global Trade

How WOTUS Affects Farmers and Ranchers

May 01, 2023

A farmer looks after cattle in a pasture as he ponders proposed updates to the 'Product of the USA' label requirements.

Industry News and Trends, Legislation & Global Trade

What Would New 'Product of USA' Food Label Requirements Mean for American Agriculture?

Mar 15, 2023

Two men from the farm labor workforce working on a tractor in a field.

Industry News and Trends, Legislation & Global Trade

Three Ways Immigration Reform Could Help U.S. Farmers

Mar 31, 2022

Agricultural Trade News

American farmers and ranchers play an integral role in providing food, fiber, and fuel—not just for our nation, but for the world. Learn more about the state of global trade for U.S. agriculture.