MONTANA RANCHERS HAVE BEEF WITH TRUMP'S PLAN

Trump reacts to criticism

President Donald Trump has reacted to U.S. cattle ranchers after their criticism of his plan to slash record beef prices by importing significantly more tariff-free meat from Argentina.

MONTANA RANCHERS HAVE BEEF WITH TRUMP'S PLAN

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Iowa soybean farmers lost China as a buyer. Cattle was their backup plan — then Trump announced plans to import more beef

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Missouri cattle farmers displeased with incoming beef imports

Some local cattle farmers fear the decision will decrease business for American beef producers.

'We were stunned': Farmers react after Trump announces Plan to Boost Beef Imports from Argentina

The controversy centers on President Trump’s plan to significantly increase the volume of beef imported from Argentina. The administration says the move is intended to reduce historically high red meat prices in U.S. supermarkets. Over the past year, meat prices have surged, with ground beef up nearly 13% and steak up 16%. The President also stated that the decision would help Argentina, which he called “a very good country, a very good ally.” A…