On April 2, 2025, President Trump announced reciprocal tariffs,
setting a baseline rate of 10% on imports from all countries, with
higher rates on dozens of countries which the United States (U.S.)
runs trade deficits.1 Specifically, Trump imposed a 34%
tariff on all Chinese imports in response to China's 67% tariff
and non-tariff barriers on U.S. exports, aiming to address what he
sees as an unfair trade imbalance.
The initial announcement of reciprocal tariffs drew mixed
reactions from the U.S. beef industry. The Cattlemen's Beef
Association (NCBA) said in a statement, "for too long,
America's family farmers and ranchers have been mistreated by
certain trading partners around the world. President Trump is
taking action to address numerous trade barriers that prevent
consumers overseas from enjoying high-quality, wholesome American
beef."2
