America’s smallest cattle herd in 70 years means rebuilding will take years and beef prices could stay high
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- America's cattle herd has reached its lowest level in 70 years, primarily due to severe drought conditions and rising operational costs for ranchers, leading to a significant 16% increase in beef prices nationwide.
- This drastic reduction in cattle numbers poses a long-term challenge for ranchers, as rebuilding herds will take years, potentially keeping beef prices elevated and impacting consumer costs and ranching livelihoods.
- The situation is further complicated by recent political decisions to increase beef imports from Argentina, which have sparked concerns among U.S. ranchers about competition and pricing, highlighting ongoing tensions in the agricultural sector.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System







