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President Donald Trump said on Truth Social that he’s negotiating a deal to lower ground beef prices by removing tariffs on up to 300,000 metric tons of imports, claiming the beef will be sold 25% below current market prices; the move comes as beef costs rise while other grocery prices stabilize, though few details have been released.
President Trump said on Truth Social that the U.S. will import up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef at about 25% below current market prices for 90 days to lower prices ahead of the midterm elections, with the White House saying talks are with foreign beef exporters and an executive order could follow; the move comes as beef prices have risen about 25% since he took office due to tariffs and supply-chain issues, drawing concern from ranchers over domestic beef production.
Trump said the U.S. will allow up to 300,000 metric tons of ground beef to be imported over the next three months without out-of-quota tariffs, with importers reportedly agreeing to sell about 25% below market prices to help lower U.S. beef costs amid cattle-herd constraints; no importers were named, and the move is framed as aiding working families and ranchers while Republicans eye midterm elections.
The USDA FSIS announced a recall of about 29,628 pounds of raw beef imported from Argentina and sold in Florida and Texas after entry into the U.S. without a required reinspection. The products, produced May 15–20, 2026, have use-by dates Sept 15–20, 2026. It’s a Class I recall due to potential health hazards, and consumers who bought the beef should discard or return it. No illnesses have been reported linked to the products.
A California family is suing The Kebab Shop and its beef supplier, alleging that ground beef kofta caused their child to contract Shiga toxin–producing E. coli and develop haemolytic uremic syndrome, requiring ICU care and dialysis. Whole-genome sequencing links the illness to the outbreak strain associated with The Kebab Shop, and USDA confirms contaminated beef from Olympia Foods. California public health is investigating; The Kebab Shop paused grilled beef kofta sales and is cooperating with investigators, while the lawsuit accuses the defendants of violating federal food-safety laws.
FSIS issued a public health alert for a 16 oz White Oak Pastures ground beef product (EST 34729) produced on Feb 26, 2026 and distributed to Mom’s Organic Markets and various outlets in DC, MA, MD, NJ, PA, and VA due to possible metal contamination; no recall was issued because the product is no longer available for sale. Two consumer complaints have been reported; no injuries. Consumers who purchased the product should discard it or return it. FSIS and White Oak Pastures have provided contact channels for questions, and the FSIS Meat and Poultry Hotline and eCCF reporting system remain available for public inquiries.
An Idaho-based company is recalling nearly 3,000 pounds of ground beef sold in six states due to potential E. coli contamination, with no reported illnesses so far. Consumers are advised to discard or return the product, which is labeled 'Forward Farms' with a use-by date of 01/13/26.
An Idaho-based food manufacturer recalled approximately 2,855 pounds of ground beef due to E. coli contamination detected through routine testing, with no reported illnesses so far. The beef was distributed to several states and should be discarded or returned.
Ground beef prices in the US have surged over 10% since June 2024 due to climate-driven stress on food systems, supply disruptions, and potential tariffs, with experts warning prices could rise further. Extreme weather, drought, and high feed costs are reducing herd sizes, while tariffs on imports may increase costs. Efforts to diversify supply chains and adopt drought-resistant practices aim to bolster food system resilience amid ongoing challenges.
Ada Valley Meat Company recalled over 1,000 pounds of frozen ground beef due to potential metal contamination, after a consumer complaint, with products shipped to several states and no reported injuries.
Ada Valley Meat Company in Michigan has recalled about 1,065 pounds of fully cooked ground beef after a customer found metal pieces in the product, with no injuries reported so far. The recall affects products shipped to several states, and consumers are advised not to consume or serve the meat.
The USDA issued a public health alert for certain vacuum-packed ground beef sold at Whole Foods, produced on May 22-23, 2025, due to potential E. coli contamination. The products are no longer available for purchase, and no illnesses have been reported, but consumers are advised to be cautious.
Health officials issued an urgent warning about ground beef sold at Whole Foods, produced in Australia or Uruguay, contaminated with E. coli O157:H7, a bacteria linked to severe illness and potentially to colon cancer. The contaminated products, produced on May 22-23, are no longer available for purchase but may still be in consumers' homes. No illnesses have been reported yet, but the bacteria pose serious health risks, especially to vulnerable populations.
U.S. officials issued a public health alert for Organic Rancher ground beef sold at Whole Foods nationwide due to potential E. coli contamination, produced in Australia or Uruguay and processed in the U.S., with no reported illnesses so far.
A public health alert has been issued for certain organic ground beef products believed to contain E. coli, produced in late May and distributed nationwide, with no confirmed injuries reported but consumers advised not to consume the product.