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Podcast: Ag News Daily
Episode: July 25, 2025: Ag Policy Shifts, Trade Deals + Pat Hord Talks Prop 12
Description: This episode breaks down major developments in U.S. trade, agriculture and transportation policy.
We cover President Trump's new tariff agreement with Japan and what it means for supply chains and defense contracts. Plus, a look at the potential Union Pacific and Norfolk Southern merger, the USDA’s sweeping reorganization plan and Nebraska’s new ban on lab-grown meat. We also touch on growing concerns over tar spot in the Corn Belt, renewed screwworm control efforts in Texas and the latest in fertilizer markets.
Jacie and Tanner also had the opportunity to speak with Pat Hord, Vice President of the Nati...