"During the Iowa state conventions, candidates for agriculture secretary completely overlooked the impact of tariff policies on soybean farmers, instead prioritizing their anti-choice credentials."
"Iowa produces 13 percent of the United States soybean crop, making the silence on tariffs from candidates particularly notable and concerning for local farmers."
"The Trump administration's rejection of four women farmers nominated to the United Soybean Board raised suspicions of gender bias, highlighting issues within agricultural representation."
In 2018, Iowa's GOP candidates for agriculture secretary failed to address the negative effects of new tariff policies on soybean farmers during their speeches. Despite Iowa producing a significant portion of the U.S. soybean crop, candidates focused on anti-choice credentials instead. The United Soybean Board, which represents farmers, faced intervention from the Trump administration, rejecting four women farmers nominated to the board, raising concerns about gender bias. This incident reflects broader issues within the agricultural sector and political landscape.
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