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Trump Considers $14 Billion Soybean Farmer Bailout Amid Crisis

10/3/2025

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President Donald J. Trump weighs a $10-$14 billion farmer bailout funded by tariff revenue, as soybean exports to China fall.
Ohio soybean farmers face strain from lower prices and competition from Argentina and Brazil.
Critics say Trump policies favor foreign aid over U.S. farmers, citing Argentina's $20 billion bailout.
The soybean industry contributes about $7.5 billion to Ohio's economy.

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President Donald J. Trump weighs a $10-$14 billion farmer bailout funded by tariff revenue, as soybean exports to China fall.
Ohio soybean farmers face strain from lower prices and competition from Argentina and Brazil.
Critics say Trump policies favor foreign aid over U.S. farmers, citing Argentina's $20 billion bailout.
The soybean industry contributes about $7.5 billion to Ohio's economy.