The Australian grains industry is closely monitoring the potential impact of the new US administration on its operations, with a focus on global trade policy, climate requirements, and farm chemicals. There are concerns that the proposed return to tariffs by the US could escalate trade tension with key partners like China, potentially increasing demand for Australian grain but also contributing to a more unstable global trading environment. Additionally, reports suggest that Robert F Kennedy Junior, who has advocated for restrictions in agricultural chemicals, may have a key role in US agriculture policy, which could impact US farmers and Australian growers alike. Other areas of concern include the US Farm Bill, geopolitical issues in Ukraine and the Middle East, and the potential impact of US crude oil prices on grain prices.