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Cattle Ranchers are Furious About Trump’s Plan to Import More Argentine Beef

President Trump’s move to quadruple Argentine beef imports, pitched to ease record beef prices and bolster Argentina’s economy, has angered U.S. ranchers. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association called the plan “misguided,” and producers fear lower cattle prices amid sliding futures. Trump, surprised by the backlash, credited his tariffs—including 50% on Brazil—for their gains, though prices hit records before he took office. Though Argentina supplied just 2% of U.S. imports last year, the announcement has shaken markets. Eight Republican lawmakers sought answers as USDA unveiled steps to rebuild herds and reduce costs for small processors.

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