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Trump Proposes Aid for Struggling Soybean Farmers Amid China Boycott

10/8/2025

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President Trump proposes an aid package for United States soybean farmers affected by China's boycott amid trade tensions.
Farmers fear they may miss this year's chance to sell to China, their largest customer.
North Carolina farmers report financial strain from rising costs and lost sales; past aid during the first trade war totaled over $68 billion.

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President Trump proposes an aid package for United States soybean farmers affected by China's boycott amid trade tensions.
Farmers fear they may miss this year's chance to sell to China, their largest customer.
North Carolina farmers report financial strain from rising costs and lost sales; past aid during the first trade war totaled over $68 billion.