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Importing Beef is Not the Solution

Last week, the author noted that cattle producers were waiting for the next development, trying to make the right moves. Then, President Donald Trump made comments about bringing in Argentine beef to lower consumer prices.

President Donald Trump made comments on social media and in the news about bringing in Argentine beef to lower beef prices for consumers.

This comment came after a deal with Argentina that soybean growers feared would give a competitive advantage to South American producers. Trump later doubled down on the deal, planning to raise the annual beef quota from 20,000 metric tons to 80,000 metric tons at a lower tariff rate.

Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins met with five western U.S. representatives to discuss the issue.

Author's summary: Trump's plan to import Argentine beef sparks concern.

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