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USDA Secretary Rollins conducted a tour of Western North Carolina to assess damage from recent wildfires and hurricanes, meeting with affected farmers and local officials. During the visit, Rollins announced a new Rural Prosperity Initiative to provide immediate relief and long-term support for rebuilding agricultural communities with improved resilience and sustainability.

Memphis farmers are divided over the potential impacts of Trump’s proposed tariff strategy on the agricultural sector. While some see opportunities for American agriculture through protective trade policies, others express concerns about retaliatory measures from trade partners and increased costs for farming equipment and supplies. The USDA is working to assess impacts while local farming communities prepare for potential market changes.