NCBA urges US to act on Brazil beef
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) raised fresh concerns about Brazil’s trade practices during a recent Section 301 investigation hearing, overseen by the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative. NCBA’s testimony focused on Brazil’s restrictions on U.S. beef, its history of weak food safety oversight, and delayed reporting of animal health issues.
Kent Bacus, NCBA’s Executive Director of Government Affairs, said the association fully supports President Trump’s move to apply tariffs of up to 76% on Brazilian goods.
“NCBA is extremely supportive of President Trump holding Brazil accountable by levying upwards of 76% tariffs on Brazilian goods headed to the U.S. market. This is a good first step, but the administration must continue to hold Brazil accountable for its trade barriers on U.S. beef and its lack of transparency and accountability,” said Bacus. “NCBA urges the Trump administration to suspend beef imports from Brazil until a thorough audit and inspection process proves that Brazil can meet an equivalent level of food safety and animal health.”