Agri-Pulse Newsmakers: Dec. 5, 2025: Farm aid, trade, reorganization with Dep. Ag Sec. Stephen Vaden
A new farm aid package is expected next week to help farmers facing export losses and low commodity prices. We sat down with Deputy Agriculture Secretary Stephen Vaden, who says “a wide variety of commodity crops” will qualify.In our extended year-in-review interview, we also cover the Trump administration’s progress on major ag priorities — tackling food inflation, advancing trade deals, and addressing meat sector consolidation. Vaden, who is overseeing the USDA reorganization, also outlines the timeline for relocating staff to five regional hubs across the country.Want to receive Newsmakers in your inbox every week? Sign up! http://eepurl.com/hTgSAD
