Rollins touts progress in trade talks as USDA projects higher trade deficit

Washington’s Global Hunt to Find Buyers for US Crops

A visit to the UK in May, Italy this week and Asia to come. Brooke Rollins is touring the world to drum up buyers for American crops.

Rollins touts progress in trade talks as USDA projects higher trade deficit

Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins is touting recent talks with her counterparts in Italy as a step toward deals that she says will reverse the sector's trade deficits, even as a new report from her department projects those deficits will continue to grow in 2025. “Excited for the progress we’re making to open up markets around the world. Biden’s $44b ag trade deficit shrinking begins!! More bilateral trade news coming soon for our amazing row…

Rollins leads mission to Italy seeking improved trade policies for U.S. farmers

Legislative Watch: Discussions addressed high tariffs; New bill seeks $3.5B boost for U.S. agriculture research facilities; NPPC panel urges unified advocacy strategy at World Pork Expo.

U.S. Agriculture Secretary Rollins Announces Food Purchases to Support Communities in Need

WASHINGTON, D.C. June 5, 2025 — U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) intent to purchase up to $67 million in fresh seafood, fruits, and vegetables from domestic producers to distribute to food banks and nutrition assistance programs across the country. These purchases are being made through Section 32 of the Agriculture Act of 1935 and will assist producers and communities in need. Fi…