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U.S. Soybean Farmers Struggle Amid China Trade Dispute

10/5/2025

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Farmers Face Competition

The U.S.-China trade dispute reduced demand for American soybeans, leaving farmers with storage and falling prices.
In 2024, U.S. soybean exports to China totaled about $12 billion despite tariffs halting purchases.
Argentina has sold soybeans to China after removing its export tax, widening competition for U.S. farmers.
The Iowa Soybean Association has called for immediate trade-mitigation funding.

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Ortega Expands Contracts

Nicaragua's Ortega regime signed a $57.4 million wind-farm contract with China Communications Construction Company (CCCC), its fourth deal with the sanctioned firm.
CCCC is tied to China's Belt and Road Initiative and has faced sanctions for corruption and fraudulent practices.
Since December 2021, Ortega has deepened ties with China, expanding infrastructure deals and a Free Trade Agreement in January 2024.

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Farmers Face Competition

The U.S.-China trade dispute reduced demand for American soybeans, leaving farmers with storage and falling prices.
In 2024, U.S. soybean exports to China totaled about $12 billion despite tariffs halting purchases.
Argentina has sold soybeans to China after removing its export tax, widening competition for U.S. farmers.
The Iowa Soybean Association has called for immediate trade-mitigation funding.

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