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Iowa farmers say Trump agriculture promises face tariff, war pressure

Farmers point to tariffs and fallout from the Iran war as key reasons they have not yet seen the promised boost to agriculture.

CNBC Markets reports that President Donald Trump promised a "golden age" for agriculture, but farmers in Iowa say they are still waiting for that improvement.

According to the outlet, those growers cite ongoing strains tied to tariffs and broader disruption linked to the Iran war as reasons conditions remain difficult.

The report frames the gap between campaign-era assurances and current on-the-ground challenges for farmers who are looking for relief and stronger demand.

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