Rural Route Radio April 24, 2026 Adam Grabenstein has just returned to Nebraska from Mexico with USMEF.

AMERICAN AGRICULTURE ON THE GLOBAL STAGE: TRADE, TRUST, AND TOUGH CHALLENGES In this powerful episode of Rural Route, Trent Loos sits down with Nebraska farmer and cattle feeder Adam Grabenstein for a hard-hitting conversation about the future of American agriculture at home and abroad. Adam shares firsthand insight from his recent international trade work, including a major red meat promotion event in Mexico City, where demand for U.S. beef and pork remains strong thanks to decades of trust and relationship-building. The discussion dives deep into the global marketplace, revealing how American farmers are competing against rising threats like lab-grown meat and foreign production systems, while still delivering unmatched quality. Adam highlights how countries like Japan, Korea, and Mexico value U.S. products, not just for taste, but for consistency and reliability. Trent and Adam don’t hold back when tackling major policy concerns. From the impact of the USMCA trade agreement to growing frustrations over government regulations, they expose the challenges producers face every day. They also address critical issues like GMO concerns in global markets, corporate control over agriculture, and the urgent need for Right to Repair laws to give farmers control over their own equipment and data. The conversation shifts to boots-on-the-ground realities, including meatpacking plant shutdowns, supply chain disruptions, and even wildfire devastation in Nebraska. Despite these challenges, the resilience of rural America shines through, with producers adapting, rebuilding, and continuing to feed the world. This episode is a must-watch for anyone who wants the truth about global agriculture, trade battles, and the fight to protect the American farmer.