Policy Update
Cementing a breakaway from decades of free trade policy, the White House announced a new trade policy that affects virtually every nation.
USDA unveils aggressive new action plan for farm, food security.
The Aug. 1 implementation date will allow countries a little more time to get deals secured before tariffs officially increase.
Speculation continues to swirl Trump’s Thursday night visit to Des Moines could result in news of purchase agreements for corn and beans with China or a delay in the July 9 deadline for increasing tariffs.
U.S. trade partners are also scrambling for trade deals as tariff deadline nears.
Farm bill showdown averted as Grassley tables amendment on farmer payment limits.
Key trade talks continue ahead of July 9 deadline to increase tariffs.
White House downplays July 9 trade deadline.
Biodiesel makers warn of industry collapse without immediate tax credit extension.
Passage of the bill is seen as a prerequisite for unlocking trade agreements with nations including India, Japan, and Vietnam, and for addressing issues such as digital taxes on U.S. businesses abroad.
Senate GOP in scramble mode.