Q & A: Iowa agriculture

Feb. 24, 2017 ~with U.S. Senator Chuck Grassley Q: Are you concerned about how new trade agreements may impact Iowa’s economy? A:  As a lifelong family farmer and U.S. Senator representing Iowa, I am keenly aware that our state has an export-dependent economy. Iowa exports roughly $15 billion in goods to foreign shores and across our borders. On average, export-related jobs…

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