U.S. Agricultural Global Trade Update and 2021 Outlook

The current state of the global food and agricultural trade economy.

Since Phase One of the U.S.-China trade agreement was passed at the start of 2020, quite a bit has happened in the world. The accelerated progression of current events this year makes it challenging to stay on top of the latest news for U.S. agriculture—but particularly challenging to stay informed on the varying agricultural trade agreements and the progress that has been made for U.S. ag exports.

How is COVID-19 Affecting the Agricultural Industry?

The COVID-19 pandemic is slowing global agricultural trade while also driving interest rates down.

In these uncertain times, navigating the challenges that have a lasting impact on your operation can be difficult. While much of the world is slowing down and responding to COVID-19 (coronavirus), farmers and ranchers continue to work, ensuring our nation’s food security.

Celebrate U.S. Agriculture Exports During World Trade Month

Learn about global trade and its importance during World Trade Month.

May is World Trade Month, which makes this the perfect time to consider the critical impact agricultural exports have on the U.S.Read More

The truth about American Farmers and tariffs

U.S., Chinese Tariffs May Impact American Farmers

Learn more about how tariffs could impact the nation’s farm economy

In March 2018, President Donald Trump announced the imposition of tariffs on imports of steel and aluminum – 25 percent on all steel imports, and 10 percent on aluminum with exemptions for Canada and Mexico – which is eliciting questions and concerns across the world, particularly in the U.S. agriculture community.Read More

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The current state of the global food and agricultural trade economy.

The COVID-19 pandemic is slowing global agricultural trade while also driving interest rates down.

Learn about global trade and its importance during World Trade Month.

Learn more about how tariffs could impact the nation’s farm economy