Iowa Corn Growers Commend Decision to Postpone Reciprocal Tariffs

On Wednesday, President Trump announced his decision to temporarily pause and reduce the reciprocals tariffs announced last week. In response, Stu Swanson, Iowa Corn Growers Association (ICGA) President and farmer from Galt, Iowa, released the following statement:  

“We commend the administration’s decision to suspend the reciprocal tariffs introduced this week temporarily. We urge President Trump and his team to use this opportunity to negotiate increased market access for farmers across the nation by strengthening existing trade channels and setting up new ones. 

“As Iowa corn farmers prepare for planting in the coming weeks, it is imperative that we have assured buyers for our corn crop come fall. With farmers experiencing tight profit margins and a declining net farm income, U.S. agriculture must have access to domestic and international markets.” 

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Sydney Garrett, Public Relations Manager, sgarrett@iowacorn.org, 515-225-9242