Summary
Farmers in the U.S. may need financial help this year because a trade war has limited access to important markets, according to Senator John Thune. The halted purchase of U.S. soybeans by China is particularly impacting farmers, potentially leading to a government relief package. Discussions are ongoing, but no official plan has been made yet.
Key Facts
- Senator John Thune stated that farmers might need government aid this year.
- The trade war has stopped China from buying U.S. soybeans, a major export.
- The U.S. government earlier decided to bail out Argentina, leading to criticism about aiding foreign farms over domestic ones.
- Thune highlighted that farmers in South Dakota are facing issues with unsold crops.
- The Senate Agriculture Committee is considering ways to help farmers financially.
- A previous farm bailout occurred during Trump's first term, due to similar trade issues.
- There is currently over $30 billion in tariff revenue monthly, which could fund the relief.
- No formal relief program has been proposed yet, despite discussions of support.
