讀後心得

The tariff war initiated by President Trump has seriously impacted the livelihoods of American farmers, especially the Bryant family farm in Missouri, which has been growing corn, soybeans, and wheat for four generations and is now facing severe damage. The prices in the soybean and livestock markets have recently dropped significantly. Although the Secretary of Agriculture expressed a positive long-term outlook, farmers still feel uncertainty. China, as the primary market for American soybeans, has made it increasingly difficult for American farmers due to the trade war. Farmer Jamie Ager pointed out that while tariffs have raised domestic beef prices, they have also affected consumer demand. Additionally, Brazil may become a major beneficiary, as the tensions in U.S.-China trade have made its products more competitive, leading to a dramatic shift in the market landscape.

The tariff war initiated by the U.S. President has severely impacted the livelihoods of American farmers. The Bryant family farm in Missouri, which has been operating for four generations and primarily grows corn, soybeans, and wheat, is now greatly affected by the tariff war. Operator Bryant stated, "The futures prices for our soybean market and livestock market have dropped significantly in the past few days. I think it's still uncertain how all of this will develop."

As the world's largest soybean importer, China has always been an important market for American farmers. However, as the U.S.-China trade war intensifies, the livelihoods of American farmers are becoming increasingly difficult. The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture has attempted to soothe farmers' emotions, recently stating, "They understand there may be short-term uncertainties, but in the long run, as the U.S. economy and government are restructured, President Trump's vision for tariffs will ultimately put Americans first, including our farmers and ranchers."

In addition to soybeans, U.S. meat products have also been affected by the tariff war. Farmer Jamie Ager pointed out, "While tariffs may increase prices and benefit the domestic grass-fed beef industry, how much can people eat if beef becomes so expensive?"

For years, China has been trying to shift its agricultural imports to Brazil, and recently the U.S. has also placed orders with Brazil due to an egg shortage. Brazilian economists have analyzed that, in the context of the tariff war, Brazil could become the biggest winner. A Brazilian economist stated, "Brazil is a major producing country, and when the U.S. market closes to certain countries and tariffs are imposed, Brazil may become an alternative economy."

Furthermore, iPhones may expand assembly in Brazil, as the tariff war causes dramatic changes in the market, leading to a large-scale shift in global trade order.