"Biden Administration Faces Backlash for Risky Food Imports Amid Disease Concerns"

The Biden administration is facing criticism for allowing the importation of fresh beef from Paraguay, a country with a history of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD). The National Cattlemen's Beef Association (NCBA) and other industry groups argue that the decision is based on outdated risk assessments and could pose a significant threat to the U.S. cattle industry and economy. They claim that Paraguay's inspection system may not provide an equivalent level of safety to prevent an FMD outbreak on U.S. soil. The groups are urging the USDA to prioritize safety and reconsider the decision to allow beef imports from Paraguay.