The Trump administration’s plan to boost beef imports from Argentina has caused uncertainty for domestic farmers and ranchers.

The president, citing rising meat prices, told reporters on Air Force One Sunday that the country may increase Argentine beef imports.

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average per pound price of ground beef slightly exceeded $6.31 in August, a bump of over 77 cents from January and an increase of 74 cents from August 2024.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association pushed back against Trump’s proposal, arguing Wednesday that the administration should not “undercut” American ranchers by boosting Argentine beef imports to “manipulate prices.”

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