Marketplace All-in-One Aid for farmers, but not from tariffs
Nov 18, 2025
Mahir Mysore, a partner at McKinsey & Company and supply-chain expert, highlights how AI is reshaping tariff management and enhancing resilience in businesses. Drew Mattis, managing director at MetLife Investment Management, discusses current market behavior and economic trends. They explore the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s $16 billion aid package for farmers affected by natural disasters, while also addressing the ongoing calculations for tariff-related assistance. The conversation dives into AI's role in automating tariff processes and the need for skilled professionals to enhance its effectiveness.
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
Second Round Of USDA Disaster Aid
- The USDA opened a second $16 billion disaster-aid round focused on specialty crops like fruits, vegetables, and tree nuts.
- Eligible growers can receive up to $900,000 per year if farming provides ≥75% of their adjusted gross income.
Wide Coverage And Reimbursement Rules
- The disaster aid covers a long list of events including wildfires, hurricanes, floods, freezes, smoke exposure, and in some cases drought.
- The program also reimburses destroyed products, such as milk spoiled when deliveries were blocked by disaster conditions.
Tariff Aid Still Under Review
- USDA officials said they are still crunching numbers on tariff-related aid after returning from the shutdown.
- Tariff assistance status remains unsettled while the department processes data post-shutdown.