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After midterms upheaval, US ag exporters call for stability in China trade

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Ma, S. (2026, November 6). After midterms upheaval, US ag exporters call for stability in China trade. South China Morning Post. https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3373595/after-midterms-upheaval-us-ag-exporters-call-stability-china-trade

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US agricultural exporters are urging stability in trade relations with China amid uncertainty following recent midterm elections. These exporters, affected by last year’s trade war, want Washington and Beijing to implement previously agreed-upon trade deals. Frank Zhou from Cargill China emphasizes the industry's need for long-term planning due to its extended production cycles.

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After the midterm elections, US agricultural exporters are urging Washington and Beijing to implement trade deals agreed earlier this year to avoid further economic instability. These exporters were significantly affected by last year’s trade war between the two countries. With the potential for more complications in US-China relations due to recent election results, American agriculture companies like Cargill China, the Chinese arm of US agribusiness group Cargill, are emphasizing the need for stability and predictability in trade policies. Frank Zhou, managing director of Cargill China, highlighted that the agricultural industry requires long-term planning given its lengthy production cycles, underscoring the importance of consistent trade agreements.

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