Tariffs Rise, Markets Shrink, and Farmers Are Left Holding the Beans
U.S. soybean farmers are facing a problem they can’t grow their way out of. As President Trump escalates tariffs on China — America’s biggest soybean customer — farmers are left with a shrinking market and few good options. Domestic demand won’t absorb the loss. Switching crops isn’t easy. And South America, especially Brazil, is stepping in to claim the Chinese market for good. For farmers in places like North Dakota, the stakes aren’t just about trade policy — they’re about survival in a global market that’s moving on without them. Mónica Cordero with Investigate Midwest takes a deep dive in this article.
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