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Industry

USMEF Audio: Though Scaled Back, FOODEX-Japan Still a Great Exhibition for U.S. Pork and Beef

Held annually in Tokyo, FOODEX is traditionally the largest food trade show in Asia and one of the largest in the world. The event was much smaller this year, but USMEF was able to exhibit U.S. Pork and Beef products.

March 31, 2021 08:00 AM

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Ag Policy

USMEF Audio: Red Meat Exports Thrived in First Year of U.S.-China Phase One Agreement

One year has passed since the red meat trade provisions of the U.S.-China Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement entered into force, expanding access for U.S. beef and pork in the world’s largest red meat import market.

March 23, 2021 10:27 AM

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Industry

USMEF Audio: West Coast Port Congestion a Growing Concern for Red Meat Exporters

With many of the leading destinations for U.S. pork and beef exports being in Asia, smooth cargo movement through West Coast ports is critical to the success and profitability of the U.S. red meat industry.

March 03, 2021 10:58 AM

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“Asian exporters are paying premium shipping rates, sometimes 10 times what the rate is for going from the [United] States back to Asia, and this shipping rate disparity incentivizes sending back those empty containers,” Borror said.

Ag Policy

USMEF Audio: Philippines Weighing Possible Reductions in Pork Tariff Rates

ASF has had a dramatic impact on pork production in the Philippines, where agricultural officials are considering a number of options for bolstering pork supplies and stabilizing prices.

February 02, 2021 10:28 AM

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Industry

USMEF Audio: Rebound in Western Hemisphere Markets Highlights Latest Beef and Pork Export Results

Beef exports posted one of the best months on record in November. It was also a strong month for pork exports – which already set new full-year volume and value records, even with December results still to be added.

January 12, 2021 11:12 AM

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Industry

USMEF Audio: Heightened COVID-19-Related Measures Slow Product Movement into China

Despite guidance from international health organizations stating imported food shipments are an unlikely source of COVID-19 transmission, the Chinese government implemented sample testing procedures at ports of entry.

January 05, 2021 11:06 AM

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While Latin America has a rich tradition of purchasing pork, the region is also developing a growing taste for beef and lamb.

Ag Policy

Latin American Showcase Connects U.S. Red Meat Exporters, Importers

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.

November 19, 2020 11:49 PM

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Mexico is the largest volume destination for U.S. pork exports and the third-largest export market for U.S. beef.

Ag Policy

Avoiding Tariffs on Mexican Imports a Relief to U.S. Meat Industry

Mexico is the largest volume destination for U.S. pork exports and the third-largest export market for U.S. beef.

November 19, 2020 11:48 PM

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Despite a 20% retaliatory duty on most U.S. pork entering Mexico, most customers there remain optimistic.

Ag Policy

Mexican Buyers of U.S. Red Meat Seek More Stable Trade Environment

Despite a 20% retaliatory duty on most U.S. pork entering Mexico, most customers there remain optimistic.

November 19, 2020 11:25 PM

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USMEF

It is extremely important for rapid progress to be made in these negotiations if U.S. beef and pork are to remain competitive in the largest value destination for U.S. red meat, says Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) president and CEO.

Ag Policy

USMEF: U.S.-Japan Trade Extremely Important to U.S. Beef & Pork

It is extremely important for rapid progress to be made in these negotiations if U.S. beef and pork are to remain competitive in the largest value destination for U.S. red meat, says Dan Halstrom, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) president and CEO.

November 19, 2020 11:24 PM

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