Argentina is a significant player in the global beef market, ranking as the sixth-largest beef-producing country and the fifth-largest beef-exporting country, accounting for around 6% of global beef exports.
Notably, Argentine beef production is approximately 27% of the total U.S. production. In recent years, Argentine beef exports have been on the rise, with the majority being shipped to China, Israel, and the E.U.
In the U.S., Argentina is the ninth-largest source of beef imports, making up about 2.1% of total U.S. beef imports so far in 2025.
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Author's summary: Argentine beef imports have minimal impact on US grocery prices.