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While the future of the Koch acquisition remains unclear, the Biden administration’s Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has vowed to reevaluate long-established policies related to antitrust enforcement. Past administrations have often taken a hands-off approach, allowing rampant mergers that limit competition. With FTC Chair Lina Khan actively engaging with farmers to gauge the implications of corporate consolidation, there is a glimmer of hope that regulatory frameworks might be overhauled to prevent monopolistic practices and champion farmers' interests.