Former President Donald Trump announced plans to impose a 100% tariff on all Chinese goods entering the United States starting in November. The move, framed as a response to ongoing trade imbalances and technology restrictions, could reshape global trade dynamics — with major implications for the U.S. agricultural sector, including pork production and exports.
Economic Pressure and Global Impact
A full-scale tariff of this size would dramatically alter import and export flows between the world’s two largest economies. For U.S. pork producers, China remains a key customer in the global marketplace, especially for specific cuts and byproducts. Any escalation in trade tension could tighten margins, disrupt logistics, and affect prices across the supply chain.
The ripple effect may not stop at exports — higher input costs and supply chain volatility could filter down to producers, feed manufacturers, and processors alike.
Feed and Supply Chain Costs
Trade restrictions on materials, feed ingredients, or critical inputs can quickly elevate production costs. Producers already navigating price swings in soy and corn could face additional uncertainty if tariffs extend to components used in feed or farm technology.