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Beef Prices Surge as Imports Loom | Los Angeles News
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Beef prices are soaring to record highs as the U.S. cattle herd hits a 75-year low, forcing consumers to brace for holiday costs — but President Trump’s new plan to import 300,000 metric tons of cheaper beef in 90 days could offer relief… or backfire. While imports may temporarily ease shelves and lower prices by 25%, ranchers and experts warn it risks undermining domestic herds and food safety. With only 3% of annual beef consumption on the table, this move sparks fierce debate: short-term savings or long-term damage to American agriculture?
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