Ag Tribes Report: Trump's Tariff War, Public Lands for Sale with Karl Shlagel

In this week's episode of the Ag Tribes Report, host Vance Crowe is joined by Carl Schlegel, a Maryland farmer and participant in the American Farm Bureau's PALS program. The conversation starts with the impact of new baseline tariffs on the agriculture industry, exploring how different sectors are responding and the potential long-term effects on the economy. Carl provides a firsthand perspective on the complexities of trade policies and their implications for local farmers. The episode also delves into the controversial proposal to sell public lands to fund government initiatives, with Carl offering insights from his tribe. The discussion covers the bankruptcy of Benson Hill and its impact on Iowa's Grain Indemnity Fund, highlighting the challenges faced by farmers in securing their livelihoods. The episode wraps up with a look at the Bitcoin land price report and a discussion on the role of the H-2A program in American agriculture, featuring Carl's perspective on labor challenges and the importance of supporting first-generation farmers.