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There's a beef about beef at the World Cup, as Argentina fans pour into Texas
By Jim Vertuno, Debora Rey And Thomas Peipert, Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 27, 2026
· 4 min read
Drop thousands of Argentina fans into Texas for the World Cup and the debate is inevitable. It's not about who has the best team or whether Lionel Messi is the best player at the tournament. It's about who produces the best, most succulent steaks, and how to prepare the meat.That's right: There's...
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Why this matters in The San Antonio
The debate over who produces the best beef, Argentina or Texas, has significant local implications. With Texas ranking number one in the US in beef production, the state's cattle industry is a major economic driver. The influx of Argentine fans for the World Cup brings attention to the similarities and differences between the two regions' beef production methods. While Argentine beef is largely grass-fed, resulting in leaner meat with intense earthy flavors, Texan beef is predominantly grain-fed, yielding a sweeter flavor and more marbling. Texas Agriculture Commissioner Sid Miller's comments on the state's role in improving Argentine cattle genetics highlight the interconnectedness of the global cattle industry. As San Antonio hosts thousands of Argentine fans, local restaurants and beef producers have an opportunity to showcase the unique qualities of Texan beef, potentially boosting the local economy and cementing the state's reputation as a premier beef producer.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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What is this story about? Drop thousands of Argentina fans into Texas for the World Cup and the debate is inevitable. It's not about who has the best team or whether Lionel Messi is the best player at the tournament. It's about who produces the best, most succulent steaks, and how to prepare the meat.That's right: There's...
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