Hey there! Have you ever thought about where your food comes from? 🍎🥦 Well, a lot of it is grown by hardworking farmers in the United States. But right now, these farmers are facing some big worries. 😟
What’s Happening?
There’s something called a trade war going on. That’s when countries put extra taxes, called tariffs, on goods they buy from each other. These tariffs make products more expensive. People might buy less, and that can hurt businesses.
Why Are Farmers Worried?
Because of these tariffs, other countries might not buy as many crops from U.S. farmers. Imagine planting lots of corn 🌽 or soybeans, but then not being able to sell them! That’s scary for farmers who depend on selling their crops to make a living.
How Does This Affect Us?
Farmers are important because they grow the food we eat every day. If they can’t sell their crops, they might plant less next year. That could mean fewer fruits and veggies at the grocery store or higher prices. 🛒
What’s Next?
Many people hope that countries can work together to solve these trade disagreements. That way, farmers can keep doing what they love—growing food for everyone! 🌾❤️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
