China is the third largest export market for US agricultural products, buying American staples like soybeans and beef. But the country is also a destination for many specialty products that have fewer options for sales at home and abroad. Negotiations between the US and China over a new trade agreement have meant months of uncertainty. Harvest Public Media's Hope Kirwan talked with some specialty producers about how they're feeling about the future.
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