Trump Admin Warns of Diseased Argentina Beef, May Still Import It
The Trump administration has expressed concern that disease issues in Argentina’s cattle industry could impede the plan to import beef to lower domestic prices. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins stated the administration is discussing the proposal, while also monitoring potential risks of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). The USDA must ensure the U.S. livestock industry is secure. Experts and agricultural groups have voiced opposition, citing potential harm to American farmers and doubts about Argentina’s ability to significantly impact U.S. beef prices.
John Q. Hosedrinker