Farmer aid package could be announced within 2 weeks, USDA head says
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An aid package for American farmers could be announced in a matter of weeks, according to Agriculture Department Secretary Brooke Rollins. CBS News correspondent Lana Zak has more from Iowa City.
Breakdown
- USDA head Brooke Rawlins indicated an aid package for farmers could be announced within weeks.
- Farmers lost billions in soybean sales due to China's months-long boycott. 8s
- The Trump administration previously promised $13–$15 billion in aid, delayed by a government shutdown. 46s
- China has resumed some soybean orders but at about half the usual volume, impacting farmers' incomes. 1m 41s
- Skepticism remains that even half the normal U.S. soybean orders will be fulfilled this year, adding uncertainty for farmers. 2m 41s