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Published Date: June 21, 2026

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Ground beef is up 20% since last year. A parasite, a drought and a July 1 trade deadline could push it higher

The U.S. cattle herd is at its lowest point since the 1950s.

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The U.S. cattle herd is at its lowest point since the 1950s. Trump's USMCA threat could make the beef price crisis permanent.

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