Tag: Missouri agriculture
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Urgent: Trump Trade War Hurting Missouri Farmers — My Day-One Plan to Start the Process of Fixing It
Trump’s tariffs and grant freezes are crushing Missouri farms. Here’s how they hurt us locally—and my Day-One plan to start fixing it with three bold bills in the 120th Congress.
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China Turns Its Back on U.S. Soybeans, Leaving Missouri Farmers Struggling
China’s retreat from U.S. soybean and beef purchases is crushing Missouri farmers. With unsold crops piling up and prices falling, family farms face real financial danger. Trump’s reckless trade war left lasting scars, and rural communities now risk losing their livelihoods.
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Farmers’ Suicide Rate 3.5 Times Higher: A Tragedy We Cannot Ignore
The suicide rate among farmers is now about 3.5× higher than the national average, driven by tariffs, climate pressures, and corporate-friendly policies. When I am elected, I will fight for trade deals and policies that put Missouri’s small farms first.
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How Drones Are Helping Missouri Farmers Make Better Decisions
Drones are giving Missouri farmers new tools to check fields, track livestock, and spot problems early. Here’s how modern agriculture is taking flight.
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Missouri Feed Costs and Tariff Warnings: What Our Farmers Need to Know
Affordable feed prices give Missouri farmers a break this month, but looming trade tariffs may undercut profits. Here’s what you need to know and how to stay ahead of the curve.
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5 Strategies to Boost Trade for Missouri Farm Goods and Livestock
Missouri farmers deserve better trade options. Here’s how we can grow demand—with strong local networks, smart export tools, better roads and ports, and common-sense support.
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