(LETTER) Beef imports, tariffs put American farmers last

Beef over Texas beef (Oct. 27, 2025)

On Monday's show: The Trump administration plans to quadruple Argentine beef imports, drawing sharp criticism from U.S. cattle producers and Texas Ag Commissioner Sid Miller. But he's got an alternative plan. And we discuss some opportunities and challenges facing Houston's East End neighborhood.

“A slap in the face”: Kentucky farmers react to Trump’s foreign beef proposal

Kentucky farmers are reacting to a proposal made by the Trump administration this week to quadruple the amount of beef imports from Argentina.

Why Americans’ morning coffee just got pricier: Trump tariffs hit top supplier, crackdown targets another

The imposition of tariffs on coffee imports and a crackdown targeting a key supplier for the American coffee market have led to significant price increases for consumers. Coffee shops and grocery stores have started passing on the costs to consumers.

(LETTER) Beef imports, tariffs put American farmers last

Oil City News publishes letters, cartoons and opinions as a public service. The content does not necessarily reflect the opinions of Oil City News or its employees. Letters to the editor can be submitted by following the link at our opinion section. Dear Casper, We have heard “Make America Great Again” for almost a decade now; it’s a key refrain of the Trump administration. As we review his administration’s actions and priorities since January, …

Farm Bureau says U.S. beef market should be allowed to operate freely

Texas Farm Bureau President Russell Boening has issued a statement in response to the United States Department of Agriculture’s “Plan to Fortify the Beef Industry” and speculation that increased beef imports will be sought by the Trump administration.