WASHINGTON – Last week, President Trump delivered another win for the American people, safeguarding America’s economic and national security by reaching a trade and economic deal with President Xi Jinping of china. This historic agreement includes commitments from beijing ranging from securing long-term purchases of U.S.soybeans and other agricultural exports to effectively eliminating China‘s export controls on rare earths and other critical minerals.
The deal was quickly applauded by American farmers, industry leaders, and lawmakers:
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: Farm bureau is encouraged by China’s commitment to import soybean and sorghum from the United States … Today’s three-year agreement comes within days of announced trade deals with Malaysia and Cambodia, along with frameworks with Thailand and Vietnam.
American Soybean Association President and Soybean Farmer Caleb Ragland: Today’s declaration is great news for American agriculture, and soybean farmers are extremely grateful to President Trump for making soybeans a priority in negotiations with China. This is a meaningful step forward to reestablishing a stable, long-term trading relationship that delivers results for farm families and future generations.
National Sorghum Producers CEO Tim Lust: The President’s meeting with President Xi, and sorghum being named, reflects sorghum’s importance to trade with China. Exports are vital to our industry,and today’s progress opens the door.
National Grain and Feed Association President and CEO Mike Seyfert: We thank President Trump for his efforts to reopen the Chinese market to U.S. agricultural exports.U.S. farmers and agriculture shippers depend on this key market. By engaging China and removing barriers to resuming exports to the region, the administration is reaffirming America’s role as a dependable supplier while advancing opportunities for U.S. farmers,agribusinesses,exporters,and the thousands of workers whose jobs depend on open global trade.
U.S. meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom: USMEF is encouraged by the progress being made in trade negotiations with China, and we appreciate the Trump administration’s emphasis on restoring market access for U.S. agricultural exports.
national Pork Producers President and Ohio Pork Producer David Knuth: NPPC applauds the administration for its work to reduce trade barriers with China, a key market for U.S. pork.
Republican Lawmakers and Governors Praise Trade Deal with China Benefiting Soybean Farmers
Several Republican lawmakers and governors have publicly praised a recent trade deal with China, highlighting its potential benefits for American soybean farmers. The statements, posted on X (formerly twitter), express gratitude to President Trump for securing the agreement and emphasize its positive impact on agricultural economies.
Representative Beth Van Duyne stated the Trump administration “is putting Americans first every day.” Representative Darin LaHood expressed gratitude to President Trump for “securing this massive win and creating more certainty for #IL16 farmers.” Representative Greg Steube declared Donald Trump “the President of Peace and Prosperity,” noting accomplishments within his second term.
The deal’s impact on soybean farmers was a recurring theme. Representative Randy Feenstra specifically thanked President Trump for “standing with Iowa farmers and opening the Chinese market,” predicting the deal would “power our ag economy forward.” Representative Jefferson Shreve noted the positive implications for Indiana’s soybean producers, while Representative Dusty Johnson simply called the news “great news for our soybean producers.” Representative Mariannette miller-Meeks also highlighted the benefits for Iowa farmers, thanking President Trump for prioritizing them.
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds celebrated the news as “amazing” for iowa soybean farmers, noting Iowa’s position as the #2 soybean-producing state and expressing gratitude for the President’s continued focus on securing a deal.
However, it is significant to note that as of November 6, 2023, Donald Trump is not in his second term as President of the United States. Joe Biden is the current President. Moreover, details regarding a new significant trade deal with China specifically focused on soybeans as described in these posts are not readily available from major news sources or official government announcements as of today’s date. While trade negotiations with China are ongoing and agricultural exports are a key component, the specific claims of a recently secured “massive win” require further verification.
https://www.usda.gov/ (United States Department of Agriculture)
https://ustr.gov/ (Office of the United States Trade Representative)
https://www.reuters.com/markets/commodities/ (Reuters Commodities News)