Oklahoma Oklahoma’s ban on Chinese-owned farmland made an exception for Smithfield Foods Despite China’s low ownership of land, fear and skepticism about Chinese influence continue to drive legislation in Oklahoma and across the country. By Juan Vassallo, Investigate Midwest / 8 Dec 2025
Government Tariff is Trump’s favorite word — but for soybean farmers, it spells trouble Trump's trade war with China could leave American soybean farmers stranded while Brazil reaps the benefits. By Mónica Cordero, Investigate Midwest / 9 Apr 2025