Tariffs Will Hurt Louisiana Farmers

This is not a game — it’s our economy, it’s our lives!

Tariffs on foreign goods may sound like a way to protect American industries, but in reality, they will devastate Louisiana’s farmers and rural communities. Here’s how:

• Other Countries May Raise Prices on U.S. Crops — When the U.S. imposes tariffs, other countries often retaliate by making American crops more expensive. This makes it harder for Louisiana farmers to sell soybeans, rice, sugarcane, and other products overseas.

• Farming Costs Go Up — Farmers rely on imported equipment, seeds, and fertilizers. When tariffs increase the cost of these supplies, farmers are forced to pay more just to keep their farms running.

• Losing Customers to Other Countries — If foreign buyers must pay more for Louisiana crops, they will look elsewhere. Once they find a new supplier, they may never return, leaving our farmers without key markets.

• Unpredictable Prices — Tariffs create instability in the agricultural market. Crop prices can swing wildly, making it nearly impossible for farmers to plan for the future.

• Shipping Problems — Louisiana’s economy depends on trade, with ports like the Port of New Orleans playing a key role. When tariffs slow exports, it disrupts the supply chain and makes it harder for farmers to get their goods to buyers.

• Hurting Local Communities — When farmers struggle, so do the small businesses that rely on them — equipment suppliers, grocery stores, and local shops all feel the impact. Entire communities suffer.

This is not about Republican or Democrat policies — it’s about standing up for Louisiana. These tariffs are not just bad economics; they are anti-American and anti-Louisiana. Our farmers deserve better.

— TAC