AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoU.S.-Canada Trade War Hits Agriculture: Trump ordered Canadian-origin products removed from U.S. government contract lists, citing “no reciprocity” after Canada’s retaliatory tariffs; the move targets sectors that include dairy and agricultural equipment. Import Bans on Farm Inputs: The White House also announced bans on a range of Canadian goods— including whey protein concentrates and other dairy items—set to take effect Sept. 29, escalating pressure on food and beverage supply chains. Dairy Shock in the Midwest: Wisconsin dairy producers face new tariff impacts as Canada adds an extra 25% tariff on cheese, with 90% of Wisconsin milk going into cheese. SNAP Cuts Threaten School Meals: Federal SNAP reductions could ripple into school cafeterias, putting free breakfast and lunch at risk for more than a million children. Cattle Industry Updates: Arkansas Cattlemen’s Association held its 68th annual convention and trade show, focusing on herd management, animal health, and cattle markets. Food Safety: USDA recalled imported pork guanciale due to possible listeria contamination, a Class I risk. Wildlife Management: Worthington, Idaho approved using USDA sharpshooters again to cull deer after a prior program killed 100 deer.
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