US President Donald Trump has criticised India for “dumping” rice into the United States, signalling potential additional tariffs. His remarks have stirred global attention and impacted Indian stock markets. Trump claimed tariffs would swiftly resolve the issue, while unveiling USD 12 billion in aid for US farmers.

During a White House roundtable on Monday with farming and agriculture representatives, Trump addressed challenges faced by domestic producers. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins were present.

Meryl Kennedy of Kennedy Rice Mill, Louisiana, told Trump that southern US rice producers are “really struggling” due to foreign imports. “India, and Thailand; even China into Puerto Rico. Puerto Rico used to be one of the largest markets for US r

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