How will Trump’s beef deal with Argentina affect Iowa ranchers?

By: Cami Koons

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: February 10, 2026

Words: 807

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Iowa ranchers are concerned about the domestic impact of a recent trade deal that would allow the U.S. to import an additional 80,000 metric tons of lean beef trimmings from Argentina.

President Donald Trump issued a proclamation to temporarily increase the U.S. tariff-rate quota for Argentinian beef, with a goal of improving the affordability of ground beef for consumers.

The proclamation said beef prices have increased due to shrinking U.S. cattle herds, …

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