Agriculture Secretary Brook Rollins announced on Thursday that the trade agreement between the UK and the US is designed to prioritize American farmers.
Rollins shared on social media that “@potus’ groundbreaking agreement with the UK is a significant accomplishment for American farmers and ranchers.”
“In the US, we produce the safest and most plentiful food around the globe!” She mentioned that she also shared a video about the contract from the Oval Office.
During her comments, she underlined the significance of the deal, asking, “What does this mean for American farmers and ranchers?”
“Focusing on beef, this will greatly enhance our exports,” she continued, emphasizing, “American beef is not only the safest but also the highest quality—a gem of American agriculture worldwide.”
Rollins labeled this agreement as a crucial element of non-ethanol trade.
She added, “As we progress, our exceptional trading team is evaluating all meat, all produce—really, all agricultural exports. Our agricultural sector is often overlooked and treated unfairly.”
The Trump administration also outlined details of the landmark trade deal on Thursday, marking the first of its kind since President Donald Trump’s announcement of a “liberation date.”
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“This is a remarkable day for America. We are introducing the first fair, transparent, and reciprocal trade agreements—something previous administrations overlooked,” Trump remarked on societal dynamics and secure supply chains.
He added, “This agreement demonstrates that if you respect America and present serious proposals, we are ready for business.”
Reports indicate that this deal is expected to open $5 billion in new market opportunities for US exporters in the UK. The existing 10% baseline tariffs will continue, bringing in an estimated $6 billion in revenue, according to the White House.
Products that will see “unprecedented access to the UK market” include “ethanol, beef, grains, fruits, vegetables, animal feed, tobacco, soft drinks, shellfish, textiles, chemicals, machinery, and more.”
The White House fact sheet mentions that the additional $5 billion market opportunity for US producers includes “over $700 million in ethanol exports and $250 million in other agricultural goods, like beef.”
