# Negotiating for U.S. Agriculture with Gregg Doud

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Published: 2025-06-25T17:03:29+00:00
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## Resource

What would be your strategy if you only had one shot to negotiate a billion-dollar trade deal? Gregg Doud, President and CEO of the National Milk Producers Federation, joins this episode of The Cultivating Leaders Podcast. From his roots on a Kansas farm to the global stage of international trade, Gregg shares his career journey marked by dedication, conviction and service to U.S. agriculture. He shares a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to negotiate billion-dollar trade deals, and why technical knowledge, cultural awareness and clear communication are vital skills. Gregg dives into: - The Complexity of Negotiations: it requires technical, cultural, and strategic awareness - Principles of Effective Leadership: the importance of knowing what you want before entering a room - The Importance of Relationships: strong mentors have guided his career and prepared him for hard conversations Gregg's stories and advice give great insight into a career in agriculture, policy and business. Connect with Gregg - Connect on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregg-doud-72178a/] Connect with AFA - Follow us on LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/company/agriculture-future-of-america/?viewAsMember=true] - Follow us on Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/agfutureamerica/] - Like us on Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/agriculturefutureofamerica/] - Follow us on TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@agfutureamerica?_t=8itRyZdNDP5&_r=1] - Visit our Website [https://www.agfuture.org/?gad_source=1&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIy-mznZSbiAMVem8PAh0IFRDIEAAYASAAEgKpc_D_BwE] About The Cultivating Leaders Podcast Real stories. Practical advice. Tangible growth. Join The Cultivating Leaders Podcast, brought to you by Agriculture Future of America, as we explore what it takes to lead in food, agriculture…

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