Trump Official Says Americans Saying 'I'm Good' With Surging Beef Prices
Summary
Americans continue to buy beef even though prices have gone up, with the cost of ground beef reaching a record high in August 2026. Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins said demand stays strong because people want beef for their families, despite rising prices. The Trump administration is taking steps to help ranchers and address high beef costs.Key Facts
- The price of uncooked ground beef hit $7.16 per pound in August 2026, a record high.
- The number of U.S. cattle dropped to 86.2 million, the lowest in 75 years.
- There are 450,000 fewer cattle ranchers now than in 1997.
- Drought is affecting 75% of the beef cow herd, contributing to higher prices.
- Rising diesel fuel costs are another challenge for farmers and ranchers.
- The Trump administration signed two executive orders to assist ranchers, including reviewing wolf protections and updating compensation for predator losses.
- The administration is also reviewing rules on country-of-origin labeling and looking into violations of fair meatpacking laws.
- Agriculture Secretary Rollins blamed policies under President Biden’s administration for discouraging cattle herd growth.
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