President Donald Trump, received a large amount of support from farmers in the 2016 election. Despite financial struggles over the past few years, many of the more than 2 million farmers in the United States are in support of the president.


According to a September poll by Farm Journal's Ag-Pro, 76 percent of more than 1100 farmers said they approved of the job President Trump is doing so far. Most of the farmers, whether in support or against the president, are hoping for the trade dispute with China to be resolved.

Another concern for farmers is pricing. While the prices for vehicles and farming equipment have gone up, many believe the prices of their produce have remained about the same. This problem makes it increasingly difficult for farmers to turn a profit.

"In agriculture we have to get more out of our product,” farmer John Mason of Mason Farms said. “I hear farmers that are growing corn and soybeans, say that they're quoting corn at under four dollars a bushel. I got four dollars a bushel for corn back in the 70's so I say that doesn’t make in any sense."

Among the Democratic front runners, former Vice President Joe Biden, Senator Bernie Sanders, and Senator Elizabeth Warren have announced plans to address agriculture business and pay farmers for helping with climate change initiatives.

Warren and Sanders are also pushing for a break up of large agriculture corporations. Biden has called for stronger anti-trust enforcement to make markets more competitive for farmers and consumers.


Still, democratic candidates have ground to make-up if the plan to challenge President Trump for farmer’s votes in the 2020 election.