ANALYSIS: How Brazil’s Beef Trade Adjusts to US Tariffs So Far

Contrary to expectations that US tariffs on Brazilian goods implemented in early August would sharply curb trade, Brazil’s beef exports posted only a modest contraction last month. According to data from the Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services, fresh beef shipments totaled 268,563 mt in August, down 2.8% from the record 276,879 mt in July but still 23.5% higher YOY.

As anticipated, exports to the United States halved MOM to 6,500 mt, representing an even steeper YOY decline of 57.4%. Despite the sharp...

ANALYSIS: Brazil’s August 2025 Fresh Beef Exports Ease 2.8% From Prior Month’s Record High

The latest data released by Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services showed that fresh beef (frozen and chilled) exports totaled 268,563 metric tons (mt) in August 2025. While this was 2.8% below the record 276,879 mt shipped in July, volumes remained 23.5% higher YOY.

China remained the top destination with 158,054 mt, virtually unchanged from July 2025 (-0.2%) but up 47.9% compared to the same period last year. The country continues to expand its share of total exports, now...

ANALYSIS: Brazil Sets New Record with July 2025 Beef Exports

According to the latest data released by Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services, Brazil has shipped 276,879 mt of fresh beef (frozen and refrigerated) in July 2025, marking a monthly growth of 15.3% and a 13.3% YOY increase.

China maintained its position as the top destination, absorbing 158,374 mt last month, marking a solid growth of 17.8% MOM and 29.7% YOY. The Asian country has maintained strong momentum since the start of the year, now accounting for 57.2% of Brazil’s total beef exports...

ANALYSIS: Growth of Brazilian Beef Exports to the Mexican Market

The Mexican beef import market showed a notable surge in Brazil's export volumes in June 2025, with levels reaching the highest point since the initiation of the Package Against Inflation and Scarcity (PACIC, acronym in Spanish) in 2022, which eliminates tariffs on beef imports from Brazil. Data reveals a significant uptick, with June 2025 exports reaching 16,170 metric tons, a clear contrast to the 3,666 metric tons recorded in June 2024 and the 76 metric tons in June 2023. This escalation reflects...

ANALYSIS: China’s May 2025 Beef Imports Slips 7.1% MOM to 194,529 mt

China’s total beef imports fell for the second consecutive month, dropping 7.1% month-on-month (MOM) to 194,529 mt in May 2025, according to the latest data from the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC).

Shipments declined by 14,832 mt, led by lower volumes from most major suppliers. Brazil was the exception, partially offsetting the overall drop.

On a year-on-year (YOY) basis, imports fell 17.0% (-39,920 mt), pressured by weak consumption, a bearish macroeconomic outlook, and higher domestic production. Sweltering summer weather...

ANALYSIS: Brazilian Fresh Beef Exports Surged 13.1% M-o-M in March

Brazilian fresh beef exports (chilled or frozen) grew significantly in March, reaching 215,422 metric tons (mt), according to the latest data from Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services. This is 13.1% higher than February, and accounts for a notable 29.6% Y-o-Y increase.  

China remains the top destination for Brazilian beef, contributing with 95,962 mt of the total volume. This represents a modest 3.7% monthly growth and is 18.2% higher compared to the same period last year...

ANALYSIS: Brazilian Beef Exports Kick Off 2025 with a 10.9% M-o-M Decline, Hold Steady Y-o-Y

According to the latest data released by Brazil’s Ministry of Development, Industry, Trade, and Services, Brazilian beef exports totaled 180,471 MT in January 2025, marking a 10.9% decline compared to December. Despite the monthly drop, volumes remained largely stable Y-o-Y, down just 0.6% from January 2024.

Shipments to China, Brazil's primary market, fell 20.0% M-o-M to 91,181 MT, accounting for 50.5% of total exports. On an annual basis, exports to...

Brazil Opens New Markets in China and Increases Number of Authorised Meatpacking Plants

During Chinese President Xi Jinping's visit to Brazil on 20 November agreements were signed on the opening of five new markets and certifying of 38 new meatpacking plants.

The Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (Mapa) finalized four phytosanitary protocols in collaboration with China's General Administration of Customs (GACC). These agreements enable exports of fresh grapes, sesame, sorghum, and fish-derived products such as fish meal and oil for animal feed to China. Earlier in June, China approved Brazilian pecans for import...