[katana]

Tariffs would logically be based on reciprocity. Don't impose or impose reasonable duties on American goods imported and the US would likely reciprocate.

Besides, lamb, wool and the odd result of Kiwi Ingenuity aren't going to be the targets of any new tariff regime. But if a NZ manufacturer is concerned, investing in a US based plant employing Americans is a sure way to avoid any unpleasantness.

[shaggy eel]

,,, the alternative is developing or increasing participation in other markets to spread the risk. NZ beef is doing OK in the US presently because of the drought’s consequences in low stock numbers but NZ is cogniscent of the capability of Brazil to supply in volume and at lower cost. NZ isn’t big on subsidies or tariffs. As you just happened to mention wool, buy Bremworth carpet if you can find a US outlet... I’ve got shares in that company LOL.