Ag Legislation and Trade
Stay informed on the evolving landscape of American farm policy and the global trade climate for U.S. agriculture.
U.S. Agricultural Trade at a Glance
As one of the largest agricultural exporters in the world, American agriculture is an essential provider of sustenance for families around the world.
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.
What Would New 'Product of USA' Food Label Requirements Mean for American Agriculture?
The USDA Recently Proposed New Food Labeling Requirements. Will They Help or Hinder the American Farmer? On March 6, USDA secretary Tom Vilsack announced several new initiatives to “recenter U.S. agriculture” and provide support for small to
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Three Factors Shifting the 2023 Agricultural Trade Outlook
Learn why the USDA expects softening demand across commodities in the first outlook for U.S. agricultural trade in 2023. American agricultural trade entered 2023 in a strong position. Both U.S. agricultural export and imports reached record le
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2023 Farm Outlook: Top Risk Management Opportunities for Farmers
The future outlook for farmers highlights the importance of risk management and working capital. It doesn’t take an expert to realize that we are in challenging economic times. The good news is high commodity prices and strong global demand h
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Sector Spotlight: Key Issues Impacting the U.S. Fruit and Vegetable Industry
AgAmerica recently attended the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association Annual Convention—and we’re here to report back on what issues are top of mind for Florida specialty crop growers. As fruit and vegetable farmers across the nation ha
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A Farmer’s Guide to the Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act
The Lower Food and Fuel Costs Act aims to address critical issues for agriculture, including lowering the cost of farming while promoting competition in the industry. Skyrocketing inflation and supply chain bottlenecks have been challenging A
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What Farmers Should Know About the Ocean Shipping Reform Act
The Ocean Shipping Reform Act was signed into law on June 16, 2022, in an effort to address shipping bottlenecks for U.S. exports. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the U.S. agriculture industry has faced shipping bottlenecks and increa
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How the America COMPETES Act of 2022 Could Impact U.S. Farmers
The America COMPETES Act of 2022 includes measures to increase American competition in the global marketplace—and agriculture plays a role. While the America COMPETES Act is a multifaceted bill that focuses on the U.S. economy as a whole, it in
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The U.S. Agricultural Economy in 2022
AgAmerica's Chief Economist Dr. John Penson shares what seven major factors are influencing the financial outlook for American farmers and ranchers along with a comprehensive analysis of key commodities across the American farm sector.
