Nigeria, a Win for US Beef Producers, Dairy Checkoff Dollars Redirected

Line on Agriculture
USMEF is accelerating efforts to reintroduce U.S. beef in Saudi Arabia after restrictive EV feed-traceability barriers were lifted.

Separately, USDA directed the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board to halt funding for environmental science/governance, net-zero, and climate-neutrality projects, refocusing checkoff dollars on long-term producer value following a related lawsuit.

The Beef Isn’t Moving More. It’s Worth More.

Southeast Regional Ag News
July export volume stayed flat while U.S. beef export value gained 6 percent.

More Value, Same Beef

California Ag Today
July beef export volume held steady, but stronger global demand pushed export value higher.

New Market Access for U.S. Red Meat

California Ag Today
Nigeria opens wider to U.S. beef and pork as trade remains top of mind.

Could Father’s Day Become U.S. Beef Day in Japan?

Southeast Regional Ag News
USMEF promotion encourages consumers to celebrate Dad with American beef.

USMEF Looks to Make U.S. Beef a Father's Day Tradition in Japan

California Ag Today
Creative holiday campaign aims to boost demand for U.S. beef exports

Beef Export Values Hold Strong Despite Trade Challenges

California Ag Today
Demand from key international markets helped lift the value of U.S. beef exports in May, even as shipment volumes declined.

Beef Export Value Climbs Despite Trade Headwinds

Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. beef shipments dipped in May, but higher values and strong demand from key markets offered encouraging signs for producers.

Exporters Push For USTR To React To African Meat Ban

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The Africa Growth and Opportunities Act (AGOA) is under scrutiny by the U.S. meat industry due to trade barriers imposed by some African countries on American beef and pork.

Finding Opportunity for U.S. Beef Abroad

Southeast Regional Ag News
Despite economic headwinds, U.S. beef exporters are positioning Prime grade American beef as a premium choice for Japanese consumers.

U.S. Prime Beef Takes on Japan

California Ag Today
Despite economic headwinds, U.S. beef exporters are positioning Prime grade American beef as a premium choice for Japanese consumers.

Good News, Bad News for Cattle and Pork Exports

Line on Agriculture
Market diversification is key to livestock exports during this time of uncertainty with China.

Record Pork Exports to Mexico

Line on Agriculture
The US had record pork exports into Mexico in 2024 with more growth expected this year.

Japanese Beef Buyers Tour US Beef Operations

Line on Agriculture
The US Meat Export Federation led a team of Japanese beef buyers in a US visit to showcase how the beef chain works and the quality beef products that are produced in the US.

2024 Was the Year of Pork

Line on Agriculture
US pork exports have eclipsed previous highs in both volume and value in 2024 according to year-end data released by USDA and compiled by the US Meat Export Federation.

FMD in Germany Does Not Necessarily Translate to US Opportunity

Line on Agriculture
The US Meat Export Federations' take on what Foot and Mouth in Germany with regards to increased US meat export opportunity.

Record Fourth Quarter US Pork Exports

Line on Agriculture
Columbia leads the way in US pork imports.

US Heartland Team Promotes US Meat, Variety Cuts

Line on Agriculture
US beef producers and industry traveled to Japan to share the story of US meat producers and learn about Japanese consumer choices and preferences.

US Meat Export Federation Works to Streamline Canada Meat Exports

Line on Agriculture
Regulatory burdens sometimes slow shipments of meat from the US to Canada.

Where's the Beef (Exports)?

Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. beef export value topped $900 million in May, the highest point since June 2023.