Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP)
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IATP works at the intersection of policy & practice to ensure fair & sustainable food, farm & trade systems.
Minneapolis and D.C.
Joined February 2009
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According to new data released by the state last month, Minnesota’s annual GHG emissions rose in 2021 and 2022, following a drop in 2020. Agriculture sector emissions remain stubbornly high, making up the second-largest source of the state’s emissions.
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After a sharp decline in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in 2020, Minnesota’s emissions rose in 2021 and 2022, according to new data released by the state last month. Transportation tops emission...
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NEW: Major meat and dairy companies have largely escaped scrutiny for their climate impacts — but that may be changing. Our latest article investigates which meat & dairy giants are impacted by new corporate climate disclosure rules around the world.
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Mandatory corporate climate-related disclosure is gaining momentum. In this article, we investigate the effect of global climate-related disclosure rules on 15 major meat and dairy companies.
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NEW: A USMCA trade dispute panel recently ruled against Mexico’s measures restricting GM white corn, undermining Mexico's plan to transform its food system & strengthen food sovereignty. We have released a detailed analysis of the decision.
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Mexico’s bold plan to transform its food system toward healthier, more sustainably produced foods that support rural livelihoods and respect the country’s cultural heritage is an essential example of...
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Amid this week’s chaotic tariff & trade news, the Senate confirmation hearing for nominated U.S. Trade Representative Jamieson Greer is scheduled for this Thursday, Feb. 6. Our latest article poses three key questions about his approach to trade strategy:
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Trade talk and tariffs were a theme throughout Donald Trump’s campaign. But no one predicted that just two weeks into his presidency, the U.S. would be on the brink of a trade war with its two...
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We are deeply committed to protecting vulnerable communities from factory farms. If your community is at risk from an industrial livestock operation, contact us. Call (503) 362-8303 or fill out this form.👇 #StopFactoryFarms
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SRAP empowers communities to face factory farms at no cost to residents. Contact us today if you need help with facing a concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFO).
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President Trump’s decision to enact broad tariffs on Canada and Mexico has thrown international relationships into turmoil and threatens farmers, consumers and our food system as a whole.
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Despite federal attacks on climate action in the U.S., policies that address agricultural emissions and climate risks to food systems are moving forward at the state level and in countries around the world. Here are a few we’re watching in 2025:
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Despite the profound impact climate change is already having on farmers and food production, governments have been slow to address escalating climate risks.
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US Is Dumping More Than Tariffs on Mexico @Truthdig It's dumping #GMO corn at prices 14% below production costs, which a neoliberal trade panel says #Mexico has to accept. @victor_suarez @ioangrillo @ImagenAgro @RethinkTrade @drvandanashiva @Jayati1609
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The U.S. is again exporting cheap, genetically modified corn to Mexico.
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Global agri-food companies are aiming to address emissions within their supply chains with new strategies including “insetting.” Our latest report digs into this new term and examines 18 major companies to analyze the credibility of their climate plans.
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In 2024, the planet’s average temperature climbed to more than 1.5 degrees Celsius  above pre-industrial levels for the first time. Our food system is massively impacted by the climate crisis.
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"The costs of climate change are rising with each drought, heatwave, hurricane and extreme storm. Trump’s decision to reject global efforts to address climate change hurts farmers and farmworkers in the U.S. and around the world." Read our press release:
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MINNEAPOLIS/WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement once again is a blow to farmers and rural communities already battling with...
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With President Trump threatening to implement broad tariffs, it is important to understand what tariffs are & how they work. This updated FAQ explains how tariffs typically operate, and the dangerous uncertainties involved in upending trade relationships.
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Tariffs have been in the news a lot lately. This FAQ explains what tariffs are and how they can be used as a tool in trade policy, or disrupt economies and international relations when misused.
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Looking for an accurate and reliable source of analysis on food, farm, environment and trade issues? Sign up for IATP’s newsletter to stay connected to all of our latest publications, news and events! https://t.co/NweztB4qip
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With President Trump threatening to implement broad tariffs, it is important to understand what tariffs are & how they work. This updated FAQ explains how tariffs typically operate, and the dangerous uncertainties involved in upending trade relationships.
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Tariffs have been in the news a lot lately. This FAQ explains what tariffs are and how they can be used as a tool in trade policy, or disrupt economies and international relations when misused.
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USDA nominee Brooke Rollins’s Senate confirmation hearing is scheduled for tomorrow. With the U.S. food & farm system facing major challenges, from climate change to corporate consolidation, senators must consider whether Rollins is up to the job.
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This article is part of a series that poses questions for key Trump Administration nominees for government agencies that intersect with farmers, rural communities and our food system.
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"The costs of climate change are rising with each drought, heatwave, hurricane and extreme storm. Trump’s decision to reject global efforts to address climate change hurts farmers and farmworkers in the U.S. and around the world." Read our press release:
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MINNEAPOLIS/WASHINGTON, D.C. — President Donald Trump’s decision to remove the U.S. from the Paris Climate Agreement once again is a blow to farmers and rural communities already battling with...
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A note from our Executive Director on the incoming U.S. government, the challenges ahead and IATP’s continued commitment to our principles:
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The Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy is about policy. Our work centers on how public institutions and policies can reshape food, farm and trade systems for the good of people and the planet.
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The practice of using sewage sludge as fertilizer remains largely unregulated, despite mounting evidence it could contaminate food and water, creating public health risks.
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Save Mexico's Tortillas from GM Corn: Show support by signing onto this declaration condemning the trade panel ruling siding with US against #Mexico's right to keep #GMO corn out of its tortillas. @foe_us @IATP @biotechaction @FarmActionUS @Afsafrica
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We are #hiring! We are seeking an experienced media & communications professional who is passionate about just & sustainable food systems to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Please share widely and apply by January 31! https://t.co/8aaCo6XFtz
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A healthy food & farm system requires strong environmental protection. Ahead of nominated EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin’s Senate confirmation hearing, senators must consider how he will address major challenges in agriculture.
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This article is part of a series that poses questions for key Trump Administration nominees for government agencies that intersect with farmers, rural communities and our food system.
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