ANALYSIS: Multiple Supply Pressures Continue to Weigh on Mexico’s Domestic Beef Market

Mexico’s domestic beef market has remained under downward pressure in recent months as ample supplies continued to weigh on prices across several categories. Brazilian beef has been one of the factors contributing to that broader availability, with imports reaching 58,513 MT through August. Although that volume was down 20.9% year over year (YOY), the decline came during a year in which Mexico...

UFU Meets MEP to Discuss Concerns Over Brazilian Beef and Poultry Imports

The Ulster Farmers’ Union today met with Midlands-North-West MEP Ciaran Mullooly to discuss growing concerns surrounding imports of Brazilian beef and poultry and the implications for Northern Ireland farmers under the forthcoming EU restrictions.

During the meeting, the UFU highlighted serious concerns that from 3 September 2026 the European Union, including Northern Ireland under the Windsor Framework, will no longer permit imports of Brazilian beef and poultry because Brazil has not been able to demonstrate compliance with EU requirements regarding the use of growth-promoting antimicrobials...

UFU - UK Farming Unions Demand Urgent Action Over Brazilian Meat Imports to Protect Public Health

UK farming unions demand urgent action over Brazilian meat imports to protect public health

The joint letter has been signed by NFU Scotland President Andrew Connon, NFU President Tom Bradshaw, Ulster Farmers' Union President John McLenaghan and NFU Cymru President Abi Reader.

The UK's four farming unions have joined forces calling for the UK Government to urgently prohibit imports of Brazilian meat and align with EU restrictions which come into force next week.

In a joint letter to Defra Secretary of State Dame Angela Eagle...

ANALYSIS: Brazilian Beef Exports to Mexico Surge in June

Brazilian beef exports to Mexico strengthened in June, with shipments increasing 95.6% month over month to reach the highest monthly volume recorded so far in 2026. The increase coincided with Brazil reaching its tariff-rate quota for beef exports to China, prompting exporters to actively pursue alternative destinations for additional volumes. As a result, Brazilian suppliers increasingly sought to place additional volumes in the Mexican market.

The increase in Brazilian beef offers attracted the attention of some Mexican importers, who saw...

USCA Urges Strong, Comprehensive Tariffs on Brazilian Beef at USTR Section 301 Hearing

United States Cattlemen’s Association (USCA) appeared today [July 6, 2026] before the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) to testify in support of strong, comprehensive trade action against Brazilian beef under Section 301, following USTR’s determination that Brazil’s acts, policies, and practices are unreasonable and burden U.S. commerce.

Testifying on behalf of USCA, Director of Policy & Public Affairs Jenna Stanton called for additional tariffs on all Brazilian bovine products—including carcasses, cuts, trim, and edible offal—citing systemic illegal deforestation, coerced labor, and corruption in Brazil's...

ANALYSIS: Brazil's Beef Exports Reach 279,678 MT in June, Lifting YTD Volume Up 16.2% to 1.49M MT

The latest data from Brazil's Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services revealed that Brazilian beef exports reached 279,678 metric tons (MT) in June 2026, representing a 16.0% increase year-over-year (YOY) and a 6.8% rise month-over-month (MOM). The result marks the highest monthly volume of 2026 so far and sustain the strong upward trajectory observed throughout the year. The year-to-date (YTD) total through June 2026 stands at 1,494,851 MT, up 16.2% compared with the same period in...

ANALYSIS: Brazilian Beef Exports to Mexico Decline Again in May 

Brazilian beef exports to Mexico continued to trend below last year's pace in May, posting a -9.4% month-over-month and a -46.0% year-on-year decline, extending the slowdown observed since April after the exceptionally strong volumes recorded throughout much of 2025. The contraction reflects a more complex structural shift, as improved domestic...

ANALYSIS: US Imported Beef Suppliers Brace to Face New Playing Field as Policy Shifts Loom

The White House has announced a dual-track strategy to address the tightening United States (US) beef market, proposing executive orders to increase imports while supporting a rebuild of the domestic cattle herd.

However, while signings were originally anticipated for Monday, the plans have been placed on a reported pause. The administration is said to be fine-tuning the measures to address constituent concerns.

The Grinding Gap

Brazil Reaches 50% of China Beef Safeguard Quota As Of May 9, 2026

Beef imported from Brazil under China’s safeguard framework reached 50% of the volume stipulated in Announcement No. 87 of 2025 as of May 9, according to a notice published on China International Trade Single Window, citing China’s General Administration of Customs. The update does not trigger an immediate tariff change, as the additional 55% tariff will only apply from the third day, inclusive, after imports reach 100% of the stipulated quantity.

The announcement confirmed the fast pace of Brazil’s quota usage this year. Based on Brazil’s 2026...

ANALYSIS: Brazil’s March 2026 Beef Exports Fell Marginally MOM to 233,949 MT, Still Up 8.7% YOY

The latest data released by Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services showed that March 2026 fresh beef exports dropped slightly by 0.8% from the previous month to 233,949 MT. When compared to the same period last year, total volume was still 8.7% higher year-over-year (YOY).

Day 31 of Iran War: US-Israeli Strikes Hit Tehran, Target Power Infrastructure; Oil Rises

Overnight US-Israeli strikes hit Tehran and other cities, with power infrastructure in the Iranian capital among the targets. The attacks triggered a blackout in Tehran, which Iranian authorities said has since been restored.

Iran’s parliament speaker, Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, said the United States was sending mixed signals, raising the prospect of negotiations while preparing for a possible ground invasion.

Meanwhile, Pakistan’s Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar said regional talks on Sunday explored ways to bring a swift end to the war, including the possibility of...

ANALYSIS: Brazil Beef Exports Remained Resilient in February 2026 Despite Middle East Conflicts

As of February 2026, Brazilian beef exports had not yet reflected the impact, growing 1.8% from January to 235,888 MT, according to data from Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services, while remaining 23.9% higher...

US‑Israeli Strikes on Iran Enter Fifth Day as Shipping Companies Divert Vessels 

The United States and Israel have launched strikes against Iran for a fifth day, targeting military, government, and nuclear-related sites in and around Tehran. In response, Iran has launched retaliatory missiles and drones, striking energy infrastructure and diplomatic compounds across the Gulf.

The conflict is expanding regionally, with heightened security alerts across Gulf states and reports of damage to civilian and economic infrastructure. The Strait of Hormuz, a vital global energy chokepoint, has experienced significant disruptions threatening worldwide oil flows...

ANALYSIS: Consumption Headwinds Trim China’s 2025 Beef Imports 2.5% YOY to 2.8M mt

China’s total beef imports in 2025 decreased 2.5% from a year ago to reach 2,802,150 metric tons (mt), according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC).

Yearly volumes fell 64,129 mt from 2024, though September bucked the trend with a record 315,886 mt of beef arrivals. Shipments from the Mercosur trade bloc including Brazil, Argentina, and Uruguay showed uneven results, while Australian volumes posted the largest annual gain.

Since Q4 2025, the placement of most suppliers on China’s "Enhanced Supervision List" sharply...

ANALYSIS: The Evolving US Tariff Landscape and Implications for Brazilian Beef

Recent tariff policy changes in the US reshaped market conditions for Brazilian beef suppliers. Earlier in the year, Brazil had faced a sharp slowdown in beef exports to the US after reciprocal tariffs were introduced. In the latest policy changes last week, the US announced new reciprocal trade frameworks across Central and South America and selected Asian markets. Initially, Brazil remained subject to the separate 40% additional tariff, which was also lifted later in the week, fully aligning Brazil with the new tariff-free conditions. 

Brazilian fresh beef exports...