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USMEF Conference to Examine U.S.-Mexico Trade Relations, Emerging Issues in Asia, Farm Bill Challenges
USMEF Conference to Examine U.S.-Mexico Trade Relations, Emerging Issues in Asia, Farm Bill Challenges

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) announced the speaker lineup and registration details for its 2023 Spring Conference, which is set for May 24-26 in Minneapolis. 

A Competitive Advantage And Diversified Demand, U.S. Pork And Beef Exports Find Opportunity
A Competitive Advantage And Diversified Demand, U.S. Pork And Beef Exports Find Opportunity

U.S. pork and beef export markets may have unique opportunties in 2023, capitalizing on the competetive opportunity for U.S. pork exports in key markets and diversifying the portfolio of U.S. beef products.

‘Huge Black Hole’ of Protein Demand Awaits in Africa
‘Huge Black Hole’ of Protein Demand Awaits in Africa

A recent USDA trade mission to Kenya determined that ecommerce in the area, post-COVID, has huge growth potential and signs of demand for U.S. red meat products.

Negotiations Approach Quickly, Two Key Trade Seats Sit Empty
Negotiations Approach Quickly, Two Key Trade Seats Sit Empty

With trade opportunities and negotiations soon to begin, two key trade representative positions sit empty awaiting Senate approval for the nominations.

USMEF Conference Examines Export Outlook, Production Constraints, Economic Headwinds
USMEF Conference Examines Export Outlook, Production Constraints, Economic Headwinds

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Strategic Planning Conference is underway, addressing the industry's obstacles related to the sluggish global economy, weakening currencies and drought effected producers.

Lighthizer and Saunders to Receive USMEF Honors
Lighthizer and Saunders to Receive USMEF Honors

USMEF to honor former head of the USTR and co-founder of “Where Food Comes From” for contributions to the U.S. red meat industry.

The McRib May Be On Its Farewell Tour, So We're Showing Love to the Birthplace of the Beloved McRib
The McRib May Be On Its Farewell Tour, So We're Showing Love to the Birthplace of the Beloved McRib

News is circulating that it may be the last time McDonald's has the McRib on its menu. While a farewell tour may be underway, the University of Nebraska's Meat Sciences Department created the technology behind the McRib.

U.S. Meat Product Showcase Connects Exporters with Southeast Asian Importers
U.S. Meat Product Showcase Connects Exporters with Southeast Asian Importers

U.S. red meat suppliers met face-to-face with buyers from the Philippines and Vietnam, adding a personal connection between USMEF members and exporters with importers and processors.

Mexico’s Zero-Duty Order Benefits European Pork and Brazilian Poultry
Mexico’s Zero-Duty Order Benefits European Pork and Brazilian Poultry

Mexico’s duty suspension is likely to benefit European pork and Brazilian poultry, while beef imports remain relatively unchanged.

USMEF Audio: Shipping Obstacles Continue to Be a Challenge for Red Meat Exporters
USMEF Audio: Shipping Obstacles Continue to Be a Challenge for Red Meat Exporters

While U.S. pork and beef exports have achieved impressive volumes in 2021, port congestion and other shipping obstacles continue to frustrate exporters.

AgDay Analysis With Cattle Expert Who Helped Officials Write NAFTA
AgDay Analysis With Cattle Expert Who Helped Officials Write NAFTA

NAFTA was a trade pact written in the early 1990s. Derrell Peel, an extension livestock specialist with Oklahoma State University, is one who aided and gave his insights when trade negotiators were writing the deal.

May beef exports were steady year-over-year in volume, while export value increased 1% to $727.6 million – the second-highest on record.
Beef Exports Steady in May; Values Tick Up 1%

May beef exports were steady year-over-year in volume, while export value increased 1% to $727.6 million – the second-highest on record.

Beef exports totaled 105,241 metric tons (mt) in April, down 5% year-over-year.
April 2019 Beef Exports Lower; Demand Remains Strong in Korea, Taiwan

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).

For the first quarter of 2019, U.S. beef exports were slightly below last year’s record pace, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
First Quarter Beef Exports Below Last Year’s Pace

For the first quarter of 2019, U.S. beef exports were slightly below last year’s record pace, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation.

Gregory Hanes Named Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO
Gregory Hanes Named Cattlemen’s Beef Board CEO

The Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board (CBB) has named Gregory Hanes, formerly with the U.S. Meat Export Federation, as their new CEO.

U.S. Ag Products Will See Tariff Disadvantage April 1
U.S. Ag Products Will See Tariff Disadvantage April 1

Much of the trade focus has been on China. However, the United States agricultural industry could be at a significant tariff disadvantage starting April 1 and it has nothing to do with China.

U.S. beef exports to Korea increased 30% year-over-year in volume to 239,676 mt and jumped 43% in value to $1.75 billion – amore than double the value total posted just three years ago.
2018 Beef Exports Record-Large; Up 7% from 2017

Last year U.S. beef exports shattered the previous value record and achieved a new high for volume, according to year-end 2018 statistics released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

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How Are U.S. Beef Exports Despite Tariffs and Trade Tensions?

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) hasn’t released its November numbers past October due to the government shutdown. If they’re anything like October’s numbers, then they could be record-shattering.

For thousands of producers attending the Cattle Industry Annual Convention in New Orleans, the record pace of U.S. beef exports was a major topic of discussion and great source of industry optimism.
Beef Exports Fuel Optimism at Convention; Market Access A Concern

For thousands of producers attending the Cattle Industry Annual Convention in New Orleans, the record pace of U.S. beef exports was a major topic of discussion and great source of industry optimism.

The duty-free quotas included in the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement offer plenty of capacity for establishing a foothold for U.S. beef in Morocco.
Solid Potential for U.S. Beef in Newly Opened Moroccan Market

The duty-free quotas included in the U.S.-Morocco Free Trade Agreement offer plenty of capacity for establishing a foothold for U.S. beef in Morocco.

August beef exports totaled 119,850 metric tons (mt), up 7% from a year ago.
August Beef Exports Soar to New Heights

U.S. beef exports set new records in August with export value topping $750 million for the first time.

There is excellent opportunities to grow U.S. beef exports to the European Union, if regulations change.
Changes to EU's Duty-Free Quota Would Expand Opportunity for U.S. Beef

There is excellent opportunities to grow U.S. beef exports to the European Union, if regulations change.

U.S. beef exports to Japan hit a post-BSE volume high in July, reaching 31,883 mt (up 15 percent from a year ago) valued at $196.3 million (up 12 percent).
Beef Export Value Reaching New Heights in Wide Range of Markets

Led by South Korea, Japan, Taiwan and Latin America markets, July beef exports climbed 12% in volume to 116,575 mt, valued at $722 million – up 16% from a year ago and just slightly below the May 2018 record.

Part of beef's 2018 success has came from wider access to Japan’s market. “We don’t have full access to Japan post-BSE, but we’re pretty close,” said Joe Schuele, U.S. Meat Export Federation.
Exports: Beef Hits Homerun

Red meat exports in the first half of 2018 were a cause of celebration for U.S. livestock producers—and kept prices afloat during expansion.

Japan and South Korea continue to be the pacesetters for U.S. beef export growth. In May, export volume to Japan totaled 30,117 mt (up 19 percent from a year ago) valued at $196.8 million (up 22 percent and the highest since August 2017).
May Beef Exports Shatter Value Record

U.S. beef exports set a new value record in May while also increasing significantly year-over-year in volume, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

March beef export value was $693.1 million, up 18 percent year-over-year
March Beef Exports Set New Value Record

March beef export value was $693.1 million, up 18 percent year-over-year

Just when U.S. beef gets the steaks rolling to China, trade wars and threats of tariffs begin.
Is U.S. Beef Next On China’s Tariff List?

Just when U.S. beef gets the steaks rolling to China, trade wars and threats of tariffs begin.

Exports to South Korea, which reached a record $1.2 billion in 2017, increased 13 percent from a year ago to 17,133 mt, while export value soared 34 percent to $122.3 million. This included a 54 percent increase in chilled beef exports to 3,954 mt.
The World Wants U.S. Beef: January Exports Up 9%

Exports to South Korea, which reached a record $1.2 billion in 2017, increased 13 percent from a year ago to 17,133 mt, while export value soared 34 percent to $122.3 million.

USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom discusses the Middle Eastern markets that hold strong potential for U.S. beef in 2018 and beyond.
U.S. Beef Featured at Gulfood—the Middle East’s Largest Food Show

USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom discusses the Middle Eastern markets that hold strong potential for U.S. beef.

USMEF Lauds USTR for a Definitive WTO Win on Indonesia’s Beef Import Requirements
USMEF Lauds USTR for a Definitive WTO Win on Indonesia’s Beef Import Requirements

The World Trade Organization (WTO) ruled in favor of the U.S. today in a dispute with Indonesia over its complex and opaque import requirements for beef and beef products.

Meat Exporters Facing Regulatory Challenges in the Philippines

The Philippines is consistently a top 10 market for U.S. red meat exports.