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Trump’s Argentina beef deal angers America’s struggling farmers: ‘You’re selling us out’

President Donald Trump faces backlash from U.S. cattle ranchers after his administration plans to quadruple low‑tariff beef imports from Argentina to 80,000 metric tons to ease record prices. Ranchers and industry groups call it a betrayal, while Trump says tariffs have buoyed them and consumers need lower costs. An agricultural economist cites drought, costly feed, and a parasite‑related import shortfall for high prices. Soybean farmers also chafe amid China’s effective boycott and U.S. currency support for Argentina. USDA announced steps to bolster beef production, though critics say they fall short.

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