President Trump has proposed easing regulations to let farmers and ranchers process their own food, framing the move as a challenge to the dominance of major processing companies. The announcement comes amid criticism of industry consolidation, with the president emphasizing support for agricultural producers. The decision, shared on social media, suggests a shift in policy aimed at reducing dependency on large-scale food processors. Details on implementation and potential industry impact remain unclear.
President Trump announced Friday he would move to allow American farmers and ranchers to process their own food, hitting back against what he called the “monopoly” created by large processors. Trump noted in a post on Truth Social that farmers and ranchers “have always been a number one priority” for him, adding that he has...
