America's Farm to Table Diplomacy: What the $17 Billion Deal Really Means The United States has long relied on trade relationships to fuel its farm economy, with the recent agreement between the US and China being hailed as a major coup for President Donald Trump's economic diplomacy.
Beijing has committed to purchasing at least $17 billion of American agricultural products annually through 2028.
This commitment is not a new development but an extension of existing agreements between the two countries.