URGENT UPDATE: The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has issued a fierce rebuttal to President Donald Trump following his controversial remarks about American cattle ranchers. In a statement posted on Facebook earlier today, the association made it clear that ranchers cannot support Trump under the current circumstances.
During a press event on Wednesday, Trump claimed that the success of U.S. cattle ranchers is solely due to his administration’s trade policies, stating, “The Cattle Ranchers, who I love, don’t understand that the only reason they are doing so well, for the first time in decades, is because I put Tariffs on cattle coming into the United States, including a 50% Tariff on Brazil.” He further suggested that ranchers would be struggling if not for his efforts.
The response from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association was swift and pointed. They emphasized that the prosperity of ranchers is a direct result of their hard work and dedication, not merely Trump’s tariffs. “America’s cattlemen and women operate in one of the most competitive marketplaces in the world,” the association stated. They underscored their commitment to providing the highest-quality beef globally.
In a strong call to action, the association stated, “Cattlemen and women cannot stand behind President Trump while he undercuts the future of family farmers and ranchers by importing Argentinian beef.” This statement reflects growing frustration among ranchers who feel their livelihoods are being jeopardized by government policies.
The association further urged the administration to allow cattle markets to function without interference. They called on Trump and Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins to focus on essential issues, such as completing the promised New World Screwworm facility in Texas and protecting the domestic cattle herd from foreign diseases like Foot-and-Mouth Disease (FMD).
As tensions rise, the cattle ranching community is on high alert, watching closely for the administration’s next steps. The urgency surrounding this issue could have significant implications for family farms across the United States.
This developing story highlights the critical intersection of agriculture, trade policy, and the livelihoods of American ranchers. As reactions continue to pour in, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s response is a clarion call for ranchers seeking to protect their future.
Stay tuned for more updates as this situation unfolds and impacts the cattle industry nationwide.
