Farmers for Free Trade

Farmers for Free Trade informs the public about the benefits of free trade & mobilizes farmers & ranchers to take action to support beneficial trade agreements.

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Farmers for Free Trade hosted a great roundtable with Wisconsin farmers & @RepTonyWied on USMCA renewal. Dairy and corn markets depend on strong global partnerships. Thanks to all who joined the conversation!

Read the coverage:
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We're in Des Moines today talking USMCA with Iowa farmers, trade experts, and elected officials. The July review deadline is coming fast. Iowa ag is counting on this deal. More to come!

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Join us tomorrow at the Fairgrounds in Des Moines for a USMCA roundtable with Iowa Sec. of Ag Mike Naig, Iowa Farm Bureau, National Pork Producers Council, and more. The July review deadline is almost here. Iowa ag depends on this deal. https://t.co/1RxTPxcQlk

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Last week, West Coast Produce Expo held a great discussion on #USMCA where our Executive Director Brian Kuehl moderated a discussion on North American Ag. Free trade keeps our supply chains moving and food on tables across the continent. Big thanks to all the panelists!

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Mexico is our #1 ag export market. Canada is #2. With the USMCA review deadline just weeks away, the stakes for American farmers couldn't be higher. A bad deal, or no deal, puts billions in ag exports at risk. https://t.co/mpu10gznRC

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NDSU evaluated the effects of China’s retaliatory tariffs on U.S. agricultural exports and estimates the tariffs reduced U.S. agricultural exports to China by approximately $14.9 billion on an annualized basis over the period from March 2025 through Feb 2026.

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China signals tariff cuts, advances in farm market access after Trump-Xi summit | Reuters https://t.co/Ttg1hDkXRk

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President Trump and Xi Jinping discussed increasing agricultural trade and improving oil flows at today's summit.

Farmers are hoping for stable, global commitments, especially for soybean markets.
https://t.co/hCHRGlQbV5

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China restored beef trade with the U.S. during President Trump's visit to Beijing.

However, these approvals do not guarantee that China will resume buying large quantities of American beef.
https://t.co/6XDxqjr2hQ

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“This is going to be the third to fourth year of losses for some farmers.”

Farmers are feeling pressure from skyrocketing fertilizer and gas prices.

Our ag markets rely on global trade. Solutions start with strong and reliable trade agreements.
https://t.co/kd9tIwzW97

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“Our farmers are essential to feeding America.”

Last week, @GovernorHobbs discussed free trade at our USMCA Roundtable with Arizona farmers and agriculture experts.

Fair trade keeps our farmers secure.

Check out this article about the event!
https://t.co/T4PaVaaxh6

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Check out WASDE's report on wheat, corn, and soybeans.

The report says this could become the smallest wheat crop in more than 50 years.

US row crops are a huge part of the ag industry. Trade agreements need to support these farmers.
https://t.co/ORzsJGNKHq

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“This is a difficult time as I’ve seen in agriculture and we need to do everything we can to find additional markets.”

President Trump is preparing to travel to China for meetings in Beijing to discuss ag trade with industry leaders.
https://t.co/vO4ZapXfKS

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Due to tariffs and rising gas and fertilizer prices of up to 70%, the Watson cattle farm could not survive.

Uncertainty massively impacts generational farmers. We must ensure free trade and support for our farming families.
https://t.co/fyX5oESvlu

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Wow - check out this graphic from @washingtonpost "Relentlessly climbing energy costs, coupled with tariffs and ongoing agricultural and farming issues, mean grocery bills are rising quickly and might continue for months."

Let's end the tariffs on farm inputs.

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Steel Tariffs Are Harming Tin Can Makers and Lifting Food Prices https://t.co/jXAm52tp4Z via @NYTimes

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Farmers for Free Trade was thrilled to join @AZChamber, @azb, and @freshProduceAA last week for a USMCA Roundtable in Arizona, weeks before its 2026 renewal.

Special thanks to @GovernorHobbs and everyone else who emphasized the importance of Arizona ag and free trade.

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U.S. Wheat talked USMCA and wheat exports with farm broadcasters on USDA's America First Trade Promotion Program during the 2026 NAFB Washington Watch last week.

Wheat experts answered questions about markets where U.S. wheat is working to grow demand.
https://t.co/DjzmRKfUyc

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@AZChamber @azfb @FreshProduceAA @GovernorHobbs @dbseiden Great to partner with @AZChamber - USMCA is critical for farmers and for all Arizona businesses!

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Proud to host today’s USMCA roundtable alongside @FarmersForTrade, @azfb, and @FreshProduceAA to discuss the importance of North American trade to Arizona’s economy ahead of the agreement’s 2026 review.

Huge thanks to @GovernorHobbs and all of today’s participants for a great conversation on what’s at stake for Arizona agriculture, trade, and cross-border commerce.

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Don't miss your chance to hear from the honorable Governor of Arizona, Katie Hobbs, tomorrow!

Join Farmers for Free Trade and partners for a USMCA roundtable to discuss its importance to Arizona's agricultural economy.