With the Presidential election only weeks away, companies need to begin planning for potential policy changes that may come with a new administration and what may shift in a Trump second term.

For the agriculture, food and beverage sectors, some of these policy changes are likely to focus on programs that have impacted businesses and individuals challenged by Covid-19, such as hunger and nutrition programs, assistance for small and mid-size farmers, and protecting agricultural and food-processing workers.

Edelman experts look at key factors shaping the in the run-up to the 2020 election.