WASHINGTON, DC — Congressman August Pfluger (TX-11) released the following statement in response to reports of potential beef imports from Argentina today.
“American cattle ranchers are the backbone of our food security and a cornerstone of our economy, working tirelessly to provide the highest quality beef for American families," Pfluger stated. "Today’s higher prices are a result of strong demand, not a shortage of supply, and importing foreign beef would only discourage U.S. ranchers from expanding their herds and investing in domestic production. Bringing in beef from countries with checkered animal health records also risks the integrity of our domestic herds and undermines the gold-standard health and safety practices upheld by American producers. I am proud to stand with some of the strongest American beef supporters in Congress to ensure we keep investing in and supporting American agriculture.”
In addition, Rep. Pfluger signed onto a letter with several of his colleagues, highlighting how American ranchers supply the world’s highest-quality beef and should not be undercut by foreign imports produced at lower standards. In the letter, the members also call on the administration to ensure that any future trade decisions are made with “full transparency, sound science, and a firm commitment to the U.S. cattle industry.”
Read the full letter HERE.
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