History of importing beef and whether it has worked from the cattle industry’s perspective is discussed in today’s Ag News Daily interview. Plus the latest in markets, crops, weather and livestock news across the country.

Agriculture news this week includes both wins and missed opportunities in trade. China purchased its first three cargoes of U.S. soybeans this week and announced intentions to buy 12 million metric tons before year-end. Additional headlines include the Senate pushing back on President Donald Trump’s proposed tariffs, how the latest Federal Reserve rate cut could impact farm borrowing costs, and what it all means for agriculture.

This week’s interview hears insight from Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. He shares whether the latest policy intentions have surprised the association, if importing beef lowers grocery prices, and the organization’s top federal priorities for the year ahead.

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