Summary
The article discusses actions taken by President Trump's administration over the past year to support American farmers. Key measures include tax cuts, trade deals, and investments in rural health and agriculture. These steps aim to strengthen the agriculture sector and reduce bureaucracy.
Key Facts
- President Trump returned to office one year ago, facing a struggling farm economy.
- The administration passed a law reducing taxes for farmers by over $10 billion.
- The law also invested $62 billion in farm safety and increased prices farmers receive for certain crops like wheat and corn.
- Efforts to reduce regulatory burdens led to the repeal of 48 regulations for every new one introduced.
- Over 24 new trade markets for American agricultural products were opened, boosting exports like corn and dairy.
- The USDA worked on lowering egg prices by controlling avian influenza.
- $50 billion was invested in improving health care in rural areas through a new program.
- Programs were introduced to prevent waste and enhance integrity in food assistance programs like SNAP.
