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Illinois Agriculture Director Says Trade Policies Are ‘Crushing’ Farmers

Illinois Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II says the $12 billion USDA aid covers less than half of farmers' estimated $27 billion losses from tariffs and rising input costs.

Illinois Agriculture Director Jerry Costello II says damage from trade policies runs deep throughout the ag economy and could have lasting impacts.

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Illinois ag director says Trump trade policies are ‘crushing’ farmers

Costello said the limited size of the program ensures it will not be enough to cover all the losses farmers have suffered as a result of the trade disputes.

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Chronicle Media broke the news in on Saturday, December 13, 2025.
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