KENNEWICK, WA – As the Trump administration considers importing beef from Argentina to reduce prices, local ranchers in Central Washington express concerns over the impact on their industry.

Beef prices have surged since before the pandemic, with steaks rising 71 percent and ground beef up 50 percent. In response, President Trump mentioned importing beef from Argentina as a potential solution to combat inflation.

“The only price we have that’s high is beef, and we’ll get that down. And one of the things we’re thinking about doing is beef from Argentina,” President Trump said.

However, Greg Hickman of GR Farm in Kennewick voiced concerns about the quality and health implications of foreign beef.

“This beef, you’re going to eat it. And what health effects will you and your family have fr

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