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July U.S. Beef Exports Increase 1%
Sep 11, 2019 by USMEF
South Korea continues to be the growth pacesetter for U.S. beef exports, as July volume reached 25,104 mt, or 6% higher compared to last year.
Promising Prospects for U.S. Red Meat in the Philippines
Aug 20, 2019 by USMEF
U.S. beef export growth to the Philippines is being driven in part by the proliferation of Korean-style barbecue restaurants. Meanwhile pork exports are down, but are expected to pick up, says Joel Haggard, USMEF.
Latin American Showcase Connects U.S. Red Meat Exporters, Importers
Jul 17, 2019 by USMEF
The Latin American Product Showcase saw a mix of current and new customers from emerging markets where the U.S. has been working to grow demand for U.S. red meat, says USMEF president and CEO Dan Halstrom.
Beef Exports Steady in May; Values Tick Up 1%
Jul 08, 2019 by USMEF
May beef exports were steady year-over-year in volume, while export value increased 1% to $727.6 million – the second-highest on record.
Rebound in Japan, China/Hong Kong Offsets Slower Mexican Pork Exports
Jul 08, 2019 by USMEF
Pork exports in May were steady with last year’s pace, while value increased 1% to $567.8 million – the highest monthly value total since April 2018.
Rebound in Japan, China/Hong Kong Offsets Slower Mexican Pork Exports
Jul 08, 2019 by USMEF
Pork exports in May were steady with last year’s pace, while value increased 1% to $567.8 million – the highest monthly value total since April 2018.
Ninth Latin American Meat Showcase 'Gets Business Done' in Puerto Rico
Jul 05, 2019 by USMEF
At the Latin American Product Showcase, more than 60 USMEF exporting member companies participated, displaying and promoting U.S. beef, pork and lamb products. The event attracted more than 190 buyers from 23 countries.
USMEF: Australian Demand for U.S. Pork Surging
Jul 02, 2019 by USMEF
Despite significant import restrictions, Australia is currently one of the fastest-growing markets for U.S. pork.
Optimistic Outlook for U.S. Red Meat at Taiwan's Largest Food Show
Jun 25, 2019 by USMEF
Taiwan is a rapidly growing market for U.S. pork and beef—
Strong Demand in CAFTA-DR Region Bolsters U.S. Pork Exports
Jun 18, 2019 by USMEF
With U.S. pork facing trade barriers in some of its largest destinations, building strong demand in Central America and the Dominican Republic has been especially critical for the U.S. pork industry.
Avoiding Tariffs on Mexican Imports a Relief to U.S. Meat Industry
Jun 11, 2019 by USMEF
Mexico is the largest volume destination for U.S. pork exports and the third-largest export market for U.S. beef.
April 2019 Beef Exports Lower; Demand Remains Strong in Korea, Taiwan
Jun 07, 2019 by USMEF
April exports of U.S. beef and pork were lower than a year ago while U.S. lamb exports continued their upward trend, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
April 2019 Pork Exports Battling Back, Remain Below 2018 Levels
Jun 07, 2019 by USMEF
Pork export value averaged $50.58 per head slaughtered in April, down 13% from a year ago but the highest in 10 months. For January to April, export value averaged $47.25 per head, down 15% from the same period in 2018.
USMEF: Breakthroughs for U.S. Red Meat in Japan, Mexico and Canada
May 20, 2019 by USMEF
U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Economist Erin Borror says recent trade developments with Japan, Mexico and Canada, are very important breakthroughs for the U.S. red meat industry.
Mexican Buyers of U.S. Red Meat Seek More Stable Trade Environment
May 14, 2019 by USMEF
Despite a 20% retaliatory duty on most U.S. pork entering Mexico, most customers there remain optimistic.