The UK’s National Farmers’ Union (NFU) has raised alarms over the newly announced U.S.-UK trade deal, expressing concerns that two key agricultural sectors will bear the brunt of tariff concessions made to benefit other industries. NFU President Tom Bradshaw warned that British farmers risk being disproportionately impacted in future negotiations if the imbalance persists.
Key Concerns:
- Tariff Trade-Offs: The deal reportedly removes tariffs for non-agricultural industries, while leaving two unnamed farming sectors exposed to competitive pressures.
- Long-Term Risks: Bradshaw stressed that agriculture cannot continue absorbing imbalances in trade negotiations, signaling potential pushback in future talks.
- Sector Uncertainty: The NFU did not specify which farming segments are affected, but fears include dairy, beef, or poultry, which have historically faced stiff U.S. competition.
UK Farmers Warn of Unequal Burden in US Trade Deal, Fear Agriculture Sector Sacrifices