“Very Exciting Deal": NCBA applauds the trade deal with the UK

The U.S. cattle industry is applauding President Trump’s recent trade deal with the United Kingdom, calling it a win for ranchers.

Kent Bacus with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association joined RFD-TV’s Tammi Arender to discuss what it means for the industry, how big of a market it is for U.S. beef, and their “Battle of the Beef” last year.

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