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US Farmers Face $7B Loss as China Turns to South America

12/16/2025

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U.S. agricultural exports to China declined more than 54% in 2025, costing over $7 billion.
Ohio farmers faced nearly $76 million in export losses, led by an 85% drop in soybeans.
China shifted its agricultural supply chains toward South America, worsening the U.S. farming outlook.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion bailout, but experts say losses are about 42% greater than the bailout amount.

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U.S. agricultural exports to China declined more than 54% in 2025, costing over $7 billion.
Ohio farmers faced nearly $76 million in export losses, led by an 85% drop in soybeans.
China shifted its agricultural supply chains toward South America, worsening the U.S. farming outlook.
U.S. President Donald Trump announced a $12 billion bailout, but experts say losses are about 42% greater than the bailout amount.