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Trade winds and tariff tides: Understanding agricultural trade, part one

February 7, 2025

For the United States agriculture industry, trade is vital. The United States is a leading agricultural producer and exporter, with a significant portion of its output aimed at international markets. Trade agreements and other trade policies allow U.S. farmers to reach new markets, enhance...

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State of U.S. agriculture 2024: Key findings and future trends, part two

January 17, 2025

Farm Focus

This post is the second in a two-part series analyzing a United States Department of Agriculture Economic Research Service (USDA-ERS) report on the state of farms and ranches across the United States. Part One began by discussing the way farms are classified by the USDA, farm financial performance...

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State of U.S. Agriculture 2024: Key Findings and Future Trends, Part One

January 10, 2025

Farm Focus

The agricultural landscape in the United States is constantly evolving, and understanding the current state of farm and ranch operations is crucial for stakeholders across the industry. While the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) conducts a complete census of agriculture every five...

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Farm Focus 2025

Trade winds and tariff tides: Understanding agricultural trade, part one

State of U.S. agriculture 2024: Key findings and future trends, part two

State of U.S. Agriculture 2024: Key Findings and Future Trends, Part One