Why do shrimpers like tariffs? : The Indicator from Planet Money

Why do shrimpers like tariffs? : The Indicator from Planet Money

Many businesses are scared of what President Trump's tariffs will mean for their industry. However, the shrimping industry is one that doesn't seem to be worried. In fact, shrimpers say they welcome them. On today's episode, why shrimpers are embracing the tariffs and whether economists agree that this tariff is good for Americans.Related episodes:Tariffied! We check in on businesses (Apple / Spotify)Go ask ALICE about grocery prices (Apple / Sp…

Purdue Survey: Farmers More Optimistic About Ag Economy Despite Tariff Concerns

A new survey from Purdue University says that America’s farmers are more optimistic about current and future conditions on their farms despite recent concerns over President Trump’s tariff strategy and lower commodity prices. Notably, a majority of producers surveyed said they believe the increased use of tariffs will ultimately benefit the U.S. ag economy. The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer rose 8 points to a reading of 148, u…

US farmer sentiment improves despite tariff concerns

US farmer sentiment improves despite tariff concerns The barometer rose 8 points to a reading of 148

Farmer sentiment improves despite ongoing trade concerns - Brownfield Ag News

Farmer sentiment has improved despite ongoing trade concerns in this month’s Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. Professor emeritus Jim Mintert says respondents remain optimistic the outcomes of President Trump’s tariff strategy will be positive. “Producers are telling us that they do expect a negative impact from tariffs on their farm income,” he says. “From […] The post Farmer sentiment improves despite ongoing trade concerns app…

Long-term optimism outweighs producers’ tariff concerns

Farmer sentiment improves in Ag Economy Barometer despite tariffs, which 70% of respondents expect to prove beneficial.