Navigating Agricultural Trade Challenges

This chapter examines the American Farm Bureau Federation's role amidst shifting agricultural trade dynamics, including a significant forecasted deficit. It explores the impact of evolving consumer demands, labor costs, and international markets on domestic production and exports, particularly highlighting imports of avocados from Mexico. Furthermore, the chapter discusses the complexities of U.S.-Mexico agricultural trade relations, the challenges faced by farmers, and the implications of fluctuating commodity prices and regulatory hurdles.