Trade Framework

USMEF Releases Statement on US EU Trade Framework Update

Dan Economy, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Trade, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

White House Releases US-EU Trade Framework Update with Focus on Agriculture and Market Access The White House has released an updated version of the U.S.–EU Trade Framework, which includes key commitments to improving agricultural trade. These changes are seen as a step forward for U.S. pork, bison, and beef exporters, as the European Union (EU) agrees to reduce non-tariff trade …

wheat exports

Wheat Exports to Rebound in the Year Ahead

Dan Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Field Crops, Wheat

U.S. Wheat Exports Forecast to Surge in 2025–2026, Led by Hard Red Winter Wheat The latest data from the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Export Sales Database shows a significant boost in U.S. wheat exports for the 2025–2026 marketing year, offering a positive outlook for American wheat producers and exporters. “U.S. wheat exports for 2025–2026 are forecast to increase by 25 …

executive order

President Trump Signs Executive Order Extending Tariff Deadline on Chinese Imports

Dan Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Tariff, Trade

On Monday, President Donald Trump signed a new executive order extending the deadline for imposing higher tariffs on Chinese imports until November 10. This move is the latest in an ongoing series of negotiations between the U.S. and China to resolve long-standing trade imbalances and address national security concerns. Earlier this year, the two nations ended a years-long tariff tit-for-tat …

peanut market

Peanut Market Update: No New Contracts, Tariff Uncertainty, and Yield Concerns Impact 2025 Outlook

Dan Economy, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Peanuts, Tariff

The U.S. peanut market remains unusually quiet in both domestic and international trade, as farmers and brokers alike await key announcements that could shape the rest of the season. No new peanut contracts have been issued so far this season, and that’s creating growing concern among growers who are still working off the limited contracts from earlier in the year. …

tariff

Tariff Tensions, USDA Demand Doubts Add Pressure to Grain Markets

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Export/Import, Field Crops, Tariff, Wheat

As global trade tensions escalate and domestic policy deadlines loom, grain markets are feeling the pressure. Beyond the latest USDA crop production numbers, key questions remain about how the agency will handle world demand estimates, especially amid ongoing tariff battles. “Beyond the crop production numbers, there remains a lot of questions regarding how USDA will handle world demand estimates, with …

U.S.-Japan trade

U.S.-Japan Trade Agreement Maintains Key Access for U.S. Red Meat Exports

Dan Agri-Business, Beef, Cattle, Economy, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Livestock, Marketing, Pork, Tariff, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

Following last week’s high-level Japanese tariff negotiations in Washington, D.C., a new chapter in the U.S.-Japan trade and investment agreement is taking shape—one that promises ongoing stability for U.S. red meat exports. According to U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) President and CEO Dan Halstrom, the finalized deal is a critical step in preserving long-term market access in one of the …

U.S. agricultural trade

U.S. Agricultural Trade Deficit Reaches Record High in 2025

Dan Agri-Business, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Trade

The U.S. agricultural trade deficit hit an all-time high in the first half of 2025, marking a significant and historic shift in America’s farm export dominance. For decades, the U.S. agricultural sector maintained a strong global position, consistently posting trade surpluses. But new data show that trend has reversed sharply in recent years. According to Bloomberg, “that only highlights American …

USMEF

USMEF President Reviews Exports of Pork and Beef in June

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, Export/Import, Exports/Imports, Marketing, Pork, Sheep-Goats, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF)

June Beef and Pork Exports: USMEF Highlights Growth in Latin America Despite China Challenges The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) released its latest June beef and pork export data, revealing contrasting trends between the two proteins. While U.S. pork exports saw notable growth, beef exports declined, primarily due to limited market access in key destinations like China. According to USMEF …

fertilizer

White House Warned of Fertilizer Crisis Impacting U.S. Farmers

Dan Economy, Fertilizer, Field Crops, Tariff, Trade

The National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) has issued a stark warning to the White House, highlighting the growing economic crisis facing corn producers across the country. In a formal letter, the NCGA detailed how rising fertilizer prices, compounded by low corn prices and trade uncertainty, are creating a dangerous situation for rural America. The letter states: “Unfortunately, the combination of …

cattle industry

Cattle Industry Reaction to USTR 301 Investigation of Brazil

Dan Beef, Cattle, Economy, Export/Import, Instagram, Marketing, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Tariff, Trade

The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has initiated a Section 301 investigation into Brazil’s unfair trade practices, with a sharp focus on agricultural products—especially beef. Southeast AgNet’s Dale Sandlin sat down with Kent Backus, Executive Director of Government Affairs at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), to discuss the implications for the U.S. cattle industry and the broader …