美国农民发愁：鸡爪、鱼头...除了中国，好难找到买家

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges faced by American farmers in finding alternative markets for products like chicken feet and fish heads, which were previously exported to China but are now affected by high tariffs due to trade tensions [1][2][12]. Group 1: Impact on Chicken Feet Exports - American farmers are struggling to adapt to new tariffs imposed by China, which has significantly reduced the demand for chicken feet, a product that is popular in China but not in the U.S. [1][2] - In 2022, the export volume of chicken feet to China reached 479,700 tons, making it the largest export market for this product [1]. - The president of the U.S. Poultry & Egg Export Council stated that the latest tariffs could drive chicken feet exports "close to zero" [1]. Group 2: Broader Implications for U.S. Agriculture - The imposition of a 125% retaliatory tariff by China on U.S. imports has led to a significant loss of market for American chicken feet, forcing farmers to consider freezing the product or repurposing it for animal feed [2]. - The U.S. Meat Export Federation reported that the actual tariff rate on U.S. pork products has risen to 172%, severely impacting exports of pork by-products to China, which accounted for over half of U.S. exports [6]. - The economic loss for U.S. farmers due to the trade dispute is estimated to be around $1 billion annually, with each pig potentially losing $8 to $10 in value [6]. Group 3: Fish Head Exports and Alternative Markets - The Two Rivers Fisheries Company, a major fish exporter in Kentucky, reported a 20% expected revenue drop due to canceled orders for fish heads after the tariffs were imposed [8]. - The company processed 1.6 million kilograms of Asian carp in 2024, with China being the sole export market for fish heads [8]. - The owner of the company is now considering targeting the Asian community in the U.S. or exploring markets in South Korea and Vietnam as alternatives [8][9]. Group 4: Overall Agricultural Crisis - The trade tensions have led to widespread cancellations of agricultural orders across various sectors, with the American Agricultural Transportation Coalition describing the situation as a "full-blown crisis" [11]. - The rising costs of fertilizers, pest control chemicals, and agricultural machinery due to tariffs are further exacerbating the challenges faced by American farmers [11].