Africa has emerged as a substantial destination for U.S. beef variety meat and holds potential for beef muscle exports. Market access barriers are significant, however, including high tariffs and product restrictions in some key markets.
U.S. beef variety meat exports to Africa totaled 17,823 metric tons (mt) through October, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), up 59% year-over-year. Export value was $18.82 million, up 32%. These shipments equated to 1.87 pounds for every steer and heifer slaughtered in the United States.
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