Trump Signs Order to Increase Beef Imports to Counter Rising Prices

The decree, published by the White House, stated that this move aims to address the problem of beef prices that have “risen unreasonably” for American consumers.

The American Farm Bureau Federation, the country’s largest agricultural lobbying group, sent a letter to Trump, saying that easing tariffs would put pressure on American cattle ranchers.

Trump had hinted last week that he would take this step, which sparked strong and immediate opposition from farmers’ and ranchers’ groups in the United States.

American consumers have faced record beef prices this year, as drought and wildfires have reduced cattle supplies to their lowest level in 75 years.