Minnesota’s exports are down 8%, driven by decline in exports of fossil fuel products to Canada

By: Alyssa Chen

Outlets: Minnesota Reformer

Published: June 25, 2026

Words: 495

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 2 days ago

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Sales of Minnesota goods to foreign countries were 8% lower in the first quarter of 2026 compared to the same time last year, according to new trade data from the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development.

The state agency attributed the drop in exports in part to uncertainty from “erratic” tariffs, in reference to widespread, shifting tariff policies enacted by President Donald Trump.

The data shows that Minnesota exported $5.8 billion in goods from …

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