Trump pushes ‘Made in USA’ beef labels to counter imports
The Trump administration aims to require country-of-origin labeling on beef to steer consumers toward American-made meat and support cattle prices as the U.S. faces increased competition from cheaper imports. The plan includes import activity of more than 660 million pounds of lean beef trimmings under reduced tariffs, which ranchers say would depress prices for U.S. cattle. Officials argue the labeling will give shoppers a clear choice and could allow U.S. beef to command a premium, addressing ranchers’ concerns while promoting domestic production.