The recent tariffs imposed by the Trump administration threaten California's agricultural sector, potentially prompting retaliatory measures that could hurt the state’s farmers and ranchers. With California being a leading exporter with over $20 billion in annual exports, the potential repercussions are significant. During previous trade disputes, such as with China, California growers experienced a sharp decline in market share for products like tree nuts. In response, Governor Newsom is exploring new trade relationships to mitigate these impacts.
As the country's largest agricultural exporting state, California's farmers and ranchers are at significant risk of bearing the brunt of any potential retaliatory actions resulting from the broad imposition of global tariffs.
During the last trade war with China, California growers suffered... The trade war caused China to retaliate and raise its own tariffs against the U.S. and against California.
In response to the tariffs, Governor Newsom has directed his administration to pursue new trade relationships with international partners.
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