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America’s ‘Beef Deal’ With U.K. Frightens British Shoppers

Last updated: May 15, 2025 4:22 pm
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Officials in Britain are expressing concerns about the potential influx of contaminated beef from the United States into their supermarket shelves. This worry stems from a new trade deal between the two nations that will see 13,000 tons of U.S. beef being shipped to the U.K. This amount is equivalent to serving one medium-sized steak to every adult in the country.

The issue at hand is the different regulations surrounding beef production in the U.S. compared to the U.K. In the U.S., it is common practice for farmers to raise hormone-treated beef. These cattle are injected with growth hormones to speed up muscle growth and reduce the time to slaughter, ultimately increasing production efficiency and cutting costs. However, this practice has raised concerns about its potential health risks, including early puberty in children and increased cancer risks.

Great Britain has banned hormone-treated beef since 1989, following the EU’s declaration that it was unsafe. The National Farmers’ Union in the U.K. is demanding more details on how border checks and certification procedures will prevent hormone-reared beef from entering the country. Farmers like Ian McCubbine in Surrey are worried about the quality of American-grown beef and the lack of transparency regarding what goes into the meat.

On the other hand, the United States Cattlemen’s Association reports that about 80% of beef produced in the U.S. comes from animals fed growth-promoting hormones. While this results in more meat per animal and higher profits for farmers, there have been alarming reports linking hormone-treated meat to health issues such as early puberty in girls and the development of breast tissue in boys.

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Despite these concerns, experts in the U.S. maintain that their meat is safe for human consumption. British officials have assured the public that checks are in place to prevent hormone-treated meat from entering the country illegally. Darren Jones, Chief Secretary to the Treasury, emphasized that companies importing such products would face legal consequences. The British government is working to enforce food production standards and reassure the public about the safety of imported beef.

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