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The possibility of new tariffs under the incoming administration has sparked widespread discussion, especially within the food and agriculture sectors that depend on global trade to create economic opportunities and keep shelves stocked year-round. The president has broad tariff authority, which the incoming president exercised extensively in his past term, imposing tariffs on various countries.

Republicans and Democrats have alternated control of the presidency five times over the last 25 years. During such transitions, policy and regulatory priorities often shift to align with the goals of the newly elected party when a new administration takes office, with the outgoing party's priorities being paused, revised or reversed.  

The end of a year and the beginning of a new one – a time for the Organic Trade Association to reflect on our successes during the past 12 months, and this year more than ever, to look ahead at the challenges in store for all of us.