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Trump places 15% global tariff, but USMCA remains exempt
The administration said it is leaving in place an exemption for most goods shipped under the USMCA agreement, including many ag products.
Trump administration announces bridge payments for American farmers
President Trump announced the Department of Agriculture will make $12 billion available for one-time bridge payments to farmers.
IFPA releases statement on easing of Brazil tariffs
IFPA issued a statement after President Trump eliminated tariffs on a range of Brazilian agricultural imports, including tropical fruits.
U.S. to cut tariffs on bananas and other items from four countries
The Trump administration announced trade deals with four Latin American countries, which would lower tariffs on items such as bananas.
IFPA calls for produce-first national health strategy after MAHA Commission report release
IFPA issued a statement in response to the second report released today by the White House’s Make America Healthy Again...
MAHA Commission releases report focusing on children’s health
The Make America Healthy Again Commission releases the Make Our Children Healthy Again Strategy with 120 initiatives.
New tariffs go into effect this week
U.S. President Donald Trump signed an Executive Order on July 31 expanding tariff measures against certain trading partners.
Trump administration celebrates tomato tariff ‘game changer’ for American farmers
The Trump Administration’s tariffs on fresh Mexican tomato imports are already boosting American farmers, growers, and business owners.
Department of Commerce terminates tomato suspension agreement
The U.S. Department of Commerce terminated the 2019 Agreement Suspending the Antidumping Duty Investigation on Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico.
U.S. business groups urge pause to withdrawal from tomato suspension agreement
U.S. business groups joined the U.S. Chamber of Commerce in urging a pause to the plan to withdraw from the...
The Produce Reporter Week in Review July 11, 2025
A look at what's in it for produce in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and USDA’s National Farm Security...
IFPA highlights produce impact of spending bill
IFPA members should take note of the following provisions in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act affecting our industry.
Trump Administration restricts foreign ownership of agriculture land
This plan elevates American agriculture as a key element of our nation’s national security, addressing urgent threats from foreign adversaries
The Produce Reporter Week in Review June 20, 2025
President Trump's policies cause uncertainty, which is bad for business, but he delivered a new trade deal that should benefit...
Ag industry adjusts to uncertainty around immigration enforcement
The Trump administration has shifted its position on immigration enforcement efforts, fueling uncertainty for employers and workers.
IFPA addresses immigration enforcement
The International Fresh Produce Association issued this member alert addressing government immigration enforcement.
The next steps for the MAHA Commission
When the Trump administration released its MAHA Commission report, there were several positive aspects for the fresh produce industry.
White House releases Make America Healthy Again Commission Report
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins joined President Donald J. Trump in releasing the MAHA Commission Report at the White...
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