September 19, 2026
What Iowa farmers really think about Trump
In two focus groups conducted by progressive Navigator Research, shared first with Playbook, a group of mostly right-leaning farmers said they’ve had to ride the waves of inflation and price volatility (for diesel, fertilizer and seeds), tariffs and agricultural policy. Some have struggled with high costs and interest rates. But at the same time, many said they appreciate what Trump is attempting to do and expressed nuanced views of his tenure.