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.

$220B

Total U.S. agricultural imports forecasted in 2025.

$170.5B

Total U.S. agricultural exports forecasted in 2025.

Mexico

Top U.S agricultural export market.

-$49.5B

Estimated U.S. ag trade deficit forecasted in 2025.

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.

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Legislation & Global Trade

What’s Driving the $49.5 Billion Farm Trade Deficit?

Jul 01, 2025

Impacts of screwworm outbreak on U.S. ag.

Industry News and Trends

New World Screwworm Outbreak: What U.S. Cattle Producers Need to Know—and How to Stay Resilient

Jun 10, 2025

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Ag Economics

2025 Agricultural Trade and Tariffs Outlook

Mar 05, 2025

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 Resources

Big Beautiful Bill Series: Protecting American Farmland and Forests

Aug 06, 2025

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Agricultural Resources

Big Beautiful Bill Series: Farm Programs and Farm Bill Funding

Jul 23, 2025

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Agricultural Resources

President Trump Renews Promise to Build a Legal, Reliable Farm Workforce

Jul 11, 2025

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Regulatory Reform

Regulatory Reform

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

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Agricultural Resources

How MAHA Could Reshape U.S. Food Policy and Agriculture

Aug 20, 2025

WOTUS water rules and regulation reform

Industry News and Trends

WOTUS Update: New Water Regulations for Farmers and Rural Landowners

May 08, 2025

Farm Loan Lenders

Industry News and Trends

(Infographic) The U.S. Farm Labor Shortage

Mar 24, 2025

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.

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Agricultural Operations

Soil Conservation Techniques That Save Farmers Money

Aug 27, 2025

Assorted fruits and vegetables—including corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, oranges, grapes, apples, and leafy greens—are arranged closely together, showcasing the abundance supported by U.S. food policy and local agriculture.

Agricultural Resources

How MAHA Could Reshape U.S. Food Policy and Agriculture

Aug 20, 2025

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Ag Economics

Financial Planning for Farmers in 2025

Aug 13, 2025

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Regulatory Reform

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

Close-up of several small green seedlings emerging from dark, dry soil in a garden or field, with sunlight illuminating the plants—an inspiring result of soil conservation techniques that can help save farmers money over time.

Agricultural Operations

Soil Conservation Techniques That Save Farmers Money

Aug 27, 2025

Assorted fruits and vegetables—including corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, oranges, grapes, apples, and leafy greens—are arranged closely together, showcasing the abundance supported by U.S. food policy and local agriculture.

Agricultural Resources

How MAHA Could Reshape U.S. Food Policy and Agriculture

Aug 20, 2025

A farmer in a cap and plaid shirt inspects green crops in a field at sunset, with large corn leaves in the foreground—showcasing the importance of financial planning for farmers heading into 2025.

Ag Economics

Financial Planning for Farmers in 2025

Aug 13, 2025

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Legislative Updates for U.S. Agriculture

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

Close-up of several small green seedlings emerging from dark, dry soil in a garden or field, with sunlight illuminating the plants—an inspiring result of soil conservation techniques that can help save farmers money over time.

Agricultural Operations

Soil Conservation Techniques That Save Farmers Money

Aug 27, 2025

Assorted fruits and vegetables—including corn, bell peppers, tomatoes, oranges, grapes, apples, and leafy greens—are arranged closely together, showcasing the abundance supported by U.S. food policy and local agriculture.

Agricultural Resources

How MAHA Could Reshape U.S. Food Policy and Agriculture

Aug 20, 2025

A farmer in a cap and plaid shirt inspects green crops in a field at sunset, with large corn leaves in the foreground—showcasing the importance of financial planning for farmers heading into 2025.

Ag Economics

Financial Planning for Farmers in 2025

Aug 13, 2025

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Agricultural Resources

Economic Insights