farmers and ranchers united states of america In the past few hours they have expressed strong dissatisfaction. trade agreement Announcements between the White House and Argentina include mutual market opening and a financial support package. The rural sector has historically been donald trumpargue that this measure could affect internal prices and deepen the crisis affecting small and medium-sized producers.
The dispute centers on beef. Bilateral documents released by Washington on Thursday detailed that the two countries “worked to improve the situation.” Bilateral and mutual access to the market of beef” is considered a direct threat to sales by American ranchers. At the same time, the US Treasury’s financial support to stabilize Argentina’s economy also raised concerns.
Criticism intensified after rural leaders in Wisconsin, Virginia and Illinois spoke of a “slap in the face” and “betrayal” of the president. The words that resonated most with rural associations were powerful. “Trump betrayed us for Argentina.”
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American ranchers and farmers rise in arms over agreement
The tensions began a few weeks ago when President Trump announced he would expand import quotas for Argentine meat. 20,000 to 80,000 tons per yearreportedly to lower shelf prices. Confirmation of bilateral agreements and subsequent decisions eliminate reciprocal tariffs These have further infuriated producers who say the domestic market could collapse in the face of increased competition.
“It’s a slap in the face for American producers,” said a representative from the Rural Association. clarion. He also warned that the opening line about Argentinian meat would be perceived as a message of contempt for those who work with Argentine meat. supported the presidential election campaign The current president.
Dissatisfaction is not limited to the livestock sector. of farmers,especially soybean producerswarned that the financial aid included in the package could change the competitiveness of the market and send a negative signal to overseas buyers. Recent changes in tariffs still remain. This field is expensivelack of resources, loss of strategic markets such as China.
Daniel EndvikManaging Director wisconsin farmers unionexplained that the announcement raised “many questions” about its origins, scope and motives. like he said clarion“The big question is: does this represent a real change towards resolving the monopolistic situation in livestock markets, or is it just a change?” It was a political message that didn’t have much impact.”.
Endvik added: sensitive to signals“And speculation surrounding a trade deal can have as much impact as the deal itself,” he said, “and in that sense, even the mere perception of a trade deal.” Intensifying competition from overseas This could put downward pressure on prices in the US, a market that is already experiencing a volatile scenario.
The leader also emphasized the emotional element of the conflict, saying, “There’s a feeling of betrayal that hurts ranchers, whether they voted Republican or Democrat,” recalling the president’s campaign slogan: “America First”.
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‘Trump betrayed us for Argentina’: complaints spread across the US
One of the most severe testimonies is john boyd jr. founder of National Black Farmers Association (NBFA) and owner Boyd Farmsan agricultural complex of over 600 hectares located in Virginia. “Trump has failed us for Argentina. American farmers are already losing our farms to foreclosures, bankruptcies, and even suicide,” he said frankly. All these numbers are increasing. I can’t blame you joe biden For this. “
Mr. Boyd directly referred to the U.S. Treasury’s fiscal policy, which was calculated as follows. 20 billion USDHe described this as a disproportionate measure amid the crisis situation in the country. He recalled that the United States had experienced difficulties. 43-day government shutdownbecomes the longest in modern history, while billionaire funds were announced abroad.
“The President said that farmers will receive the following assistance: $14 billion The money will come from trade war tariffs. I myself have cultivated over 600 hectares so far. I haven’t received a cent.“The aid to Argentina was a blow to U.S. soybean and beef producers,” he added.
The producer also highlighted the loss of a key Chinese market for U.S. soybeans, saying, “China has taken away our largest customer for U.S. soybeans.” His warning about Argentine meat was equally blunt: “President Trump also announced he would import meat from Argentina. What if?” First, let’s support farmers here. In America? ” he asked.
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