Data Harvest Argentina rarely sold beef to the US. Now, the country surpasses major trade partners. While the domestic cattle inventory declines, reliance on South American beef products increases. By John McCracken, Investigate Midwest / 11 Mar 2026
Data Harvest Brazil surges in US beef imports, powered by JBS influence and declining domestic herd Despite new tariffs and ongoing trade negotiations, US beef imports from Brazil hit a record 197 million pounds in January 2025, up from 7 million in January 2020. JBS, the world’s largest meat company, helped power the surge as the US herd shrank. By John McCracken, Investigate Midwest / 12 Aug 2025
