(WASHINGTON D.C.) — Agriculture groups and various ag state lawmakers are sharing reaction after the Supreme Court on Friday struck down President Donald Trump’s sweeping global tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Many groups have praised the decision by the Supreme Court while vowing to work with the Trump Administration and Congress to strength markets for U.S. agricultural products. The President however, indicated in a Friday news conference that he would immediately enact a 10% global tariff under the Section 122 trade law following the court’s decision. You can view various statements from ag groups and lawmakers below:
Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-SD) via X:
“Tariffs can be an important and effective tool to address unfair trade practices and help level the playing field with foreign competitors. Senate Republicans will continue working with the administration and our colleagues in the House to advance our shared goal to strengthen rural America, including South Dakota’s farm and ranch communities, and the broader U.S. economy.”
House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) via X:
“No one can deny that the President’s use of tariffs has brought in billions of dollars and created immense leverage for America’s trade strategy and for securing strong, reciprocal America-first trade agreements with countries that had been taking advantage of American workers for decades. Congress and the Administration will determine the best path forward in the coming weeks.”
House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn “GT” Thompson (R-PA)
“American farmers and ranchers produce the safest, most affordable, and most abundant food supply in the world, and securing reliable access to international markets is incredibly important for our producers. Moving forward, America’s agricultural sector is looking for clarity across the trade landscape. I will continue to engage with the Trump Administration as we work toward the mutual goal of strengthening our economy and opening up new export markets.”
House Committee on Agriculture Ranking Member Angie Craig (D-MN) via X:
“Today, the Supreme Court affirmed what Minnesotans have known all along – Trump’s tariffs are illegal. Turns out there are limits on his power. Family farmers, small business and American consumers have had enough of the President’s reckless trade agenda.”
American Soybean Association President and Ohio Farmer Scott Metzger:
“The case at the Supreme Court has been closely followed by soybean farmers who have seen the cost of inputs rise over the past year due to tariffs. U.S. soybean growers are reliant upon imports for critical farming tools like fertilizer, seeds, pesticides, and agriculture equipment. Moving forward, certainty and dependable market access are essential for U.S. soy to remain competitive globally. Because farmers are caught in a cost-price squeeze and ag input costs remain high, we urge the President to refrain from imposing tariffs on agricultural inputs using other authorities. We look forward to working with the Trump Administration and Congress to strengthen market opportunities and support a stable farm economy for generations to come.”
National Corn Growers Association Statement:
“In these challenging economic times, U.S. corn growers support efforts to maintain and increase market access. NCGA continues to advocate for stability as farmers approach the 2026 planting season, for both the purchasing of necessary inputs and the marketing of their crops. NCGA is also focused on market development and expansion. We urge the administration to move swiftly to implement and finalize ongoing trade deals.”
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall:
“America’s farmers understand the president’s efforts to use tariffs to create a more level playing field for U.S. goods, U.S. workers and the U.S. economy. Unfortunately, trade disruptions and declining prices for agricultural goods created additional hardships for farmers who came into 2025 already dealing with crippling inflation and declining farm prices. We appreciate the President responding to trade and market disruptions by delivering important financial assistance. Open and fair markets are critical to help rebuild the farm economy.”
Duvall added, “In light of today’s Supreme Court ruling, we urge the administration to work swiftly to find other ways to resolve trade disputes and finalize recently announced trade frameworks. With supply costs already at or near record highs, we strongly encourage the president to avoid using any other available authorities to impose tariffs on agricultural inputs that would further increase costs. America’s farmers and ranchers need stability to ensure families across America can put food on their tables.”
NCFC President & CEO Duane Simpson on Supreme Court Ruling on IEEPA Tariffs:
“America’s farmers and cooperatives are operating in one of the most challenging farm economies in years, and USDA forecasts point to another difficult season ahead for row crop producers. According to USDA’s Economic Research Service, input costs are expected to climb again in 2026, reaching record highs for many crops including corn, soybeans, wheat, sorghum, cotton, rice, and peanuts. After substantial price increases over the past five years, tariffs on critical agricultural inputs have added to financial pressures at a time when margins are already razor thin.”
Simpson added, “With President Trump’s announcement that he is imposing temporary 10% tariffs under other authorities, we urge that the Administration exempt key agricultural inputs. The recent decision to pull back tariffs on certain fertilizer products—which NCFC and other ag groups had asked for—provided meaningful relief, and this ruling presents an opportunity for the president to build on that progress and reinforce his support for America’s farmers. Policymakers should focus on lowering input costs, restoring certainty in supply chains, and strengthening the competitiveness of U.S. agriculture in global markets.”
National Farmers Union President Rob Larew:
“We appreciate the Court providing clarity on tariff authority. However, many family farmers and ranchers have already felt the consequences of this tariff agenda. Over the past year, tariffs have raised input costs, disrupted export markets and triggered retaliation against U.S. agricultural goods. In an already fragile farm economy, uncertainty has hit family operations hardest. We urge the administration not to pursue similar tariffs under other authorities, and we call on Congress to exercise its oversight role to ensure trade policy supports—not undermines—America’s family farmers and ranchers.”
National Association of Wheat Growers CEO Sam Kieffer:
“As policymakers consider next steps following the Court’s decision, it is essential that America’s farm families ongoing financial crisis be considered. Wheat growers finished the third straight year of financial losses driven by stubbornly high supply costs and low prices for the crops we grow. We depend on fertilizer, crop protection tools, equipment, repair parts and other supplies that sometimes come from trading partners to successfully plant and harvest each year’s crop. As the Administration considers how to move forward, NAWG urges careful attention to the avoid any adverse impacts on agriculture. We look forward to continued engagement with the Trump Administration and Congress to achieve long-term policies that stabilize the farm economy and protect America’s domestic food supply.”
We will continue to share updates as we receive them in our newsroom.
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