Fred Gale

Agricultural Economist

Fred Gale is an independent agricultural economist specializing in China. He holds a PhD in Economics and published dozens of reports and articles on China’s agricultural markets, trade, and policies during 36 years as a research economist in USDA’s Economic Research Service. Since retiring he continues writing his “Dim Sums” blog, long recognized as an authoritative source of information and analysis of Chinese agricultural markets and policies.

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  • December 3, 2025

Narrowing Soybean Price Gap Helps Restart US Exports to China

Insight Focus China resumed US soybean purchases in November. Rising B...

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  • November 11, 2025

US–China Soybean Trade Halted by Chicago Price Rally

Insight Focus The Trump–Xi meeting fails to boost US soybean sales. ...

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  • October 15, 2025

In China’s Absence, Will US Soybean Prices Fall?

Insight Focus China has stopped buying US soybeans cold turkey. But wi...

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