Trump tariffs to put Irish dairy at "competitive disadvantage" in US

The newly announced tariffs come as part of the White House’s escalating trade actions to implement ‘reciprocal tariffs’ that match those imposed by other countries on US products.

President Donald Trump pictured during the event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House, Wednesday, April 2, 2025, in Washington. Picture: AP Photo/Mark Schiefelbein

Trump’s decision to impose 20% tariffs on EU trade will hamper the competitiveness of some of the US’ best loved Irish products, including Kerrygold, farm orgs have warned.

A spokesperson for the Irish Farmers’ Association said the announcements last night put Ireland at a disadvantage on international markets.