The Trump administration hailed the move as a “positive step forward” for farmers, touting the “America first” leader’s deal-making prowess. US growers, meanwhile, called the purchase “encouraging” and said they’re hoping for a lasting deal that brings real relief to the heartland.
“Today’s purchase by China of multiple ships of American soybeans signals @POTUS’ strong dealmaking and a positive step forward for our farmers,”, US Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins posted on social media.
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Soybeans: China’s new bargaining chip in trade war with US?
Soybeans: China’s new bargaining chip in trade war with US?
“This is huge,” said David Burrier, a third-generation farmer from Maryland. “This is absolutely what we were hoping … we are encouraged, honestly.”








