A quarterly summary of market intelligence information related to the Canadian economy, retail, foodservice, and wholesale sectors as well as imports. Scroll over image to access PDF’s.
A monthly summary report on trends for imports and exports of Canadian Beef. Scroll over image to access PDF’s..
The following list identifies the trading partners which have allowed full or partial trade in Canadian beef based on official approval of Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) certification. Scroll over image to access PDF.
The Beef Watch report provides an overview of emerging and current issues for the beef sector on an as-needed basis. Scroll over image to access PDF’s.
A quarterly summary of market intelligence information related to protein, beef and the retail environment.
A quarterly publication highlighting foodservice market intelligence and trends related to the beef category. Scroll over the image to access PDFs.
CANADA
Backgrounder – Preliminary Agreement-In-Principle to Address Trade Issues between Canada and China
Canada backs halal beef packaging upgrades with federal funding
From Dubai to the ice: Canada Beef’s high-‘steaks’ strategy for 2026
Cattle traceability regulations on hold, for now
Cow-calf producers saw 2025 best year on record: 2026 begins on a high note
No Name beef burgers recalled due to risk of E. coli
From McDonald’s price freeze to a price war and a supply-chain squeeze
Inflation could be a major problem
Canada, UAE to enter economic partnership talks next month: trade minister
US
USMEF: Bright spots for October beef exports include Japan, Taiwan, Caribbean, Colombia
2025 Beef Imports See 20% Jump During First 10 Months
Meat department sales hit $112B in 2025
Increased Carcass Size: Packer Perspective
Product of USA meat labeling rule takes effect Jan 1
Sale barns set records as cattle industry navigates tight supplies
The High Cost of Breaking Up Big Beef
The Expansion of Argentine Beef Tariff Rate Quotas: Much Ado About Nothing
Secretary Rollins Pens Op-ed in The Hill “Healthy and Affordable Food Is Within Reach for All Americans” | USDA
U of Illinois joins US effort to track resistant bacteria
South Park called it: US elevates meat in food pyramid
MEXICO
Mexico shifts policy on red meat imports
Livestock and swine industries support Mexican government measures to protect national production
Mexico’s Active Screwworm Cases Down 57% Since Mid-December, Ministry Says
JAPAN
Hiro Premier SM Aura opens with a wagyu masterclass, not just yakiniku
The Giant Japanese Supermarket Chain Known For Its Food Court And Specialty Groceries
Seven & I and Aeon post operating profit growth in March-November
CHINA
Canadian prime minister hails renewed relations with China during his Beijing visit
Brazil beats Australia to the punch in delivering its own China market quota management plan
Bord Bia to ‘dial up activities’ in China as Irish beef exports reopen
KOREA
‘Let’s get gogi’: How beef became Korea’s celebratory meat
South Korea to scale up livestock waste fuel to boost renewables by 2030
UK
Red meat retail performance
UK grocer launches ‘small steak’ for people on weight-loss jabs
How ‘whistleblowers’ are shining spotlight on UK meat and dairy
COP30: a wake-up call and an opportunity
EU
Why not everyone’s happy with the EU-Mercosur deal
Vion closes meat plant in Germany after sale blocked
Irish exports to UK jump in 2025 despite volume fall in meat
Belgium: Colruyt launches the first meat trays made with recycled plastic
Agri-Food News from Germany and Europe
AUS
Can Australia develop an effective, timely beef quota management system for the China market?
Darwin nears all-time cattle export high as trade awaits 2026 permits
Partial shelter in feedlots: Is it worth the cost?
NEW ZEALAND
Beef and Lamb New Zealand calls for Ambassador Chefs
Trade update from Beef + Lamb NZ: India and China
China’s new beef tariffs expected to favour New Zealand exporters
INDONESIA
Indonesia’s 30,000-Ton Meat Import Quota Too Small For Private Sector
Jakarta to import 7,500 Australian cattle to secure 2026 beef supply
Indonesia’s meat industry faces widespread job loss risks
S ASIA
Vietnam spends nearly $2B on meat imports as pork prices soar before Tet
Vietnam increases imports and boosts exports of Brazilian beef
Vietnam-Uruguay relations poised for further elevation: Uruguayan Ambassador
Cambodia Destroys 28 Tonnes of Low-Quality Imported Frozen Meat
Philippines cold chains tipped for 8-10% growth
SA
Brazilian beef production to decline in 2026 – Rabobank
Brazil consolidates global lead as Arab beef imports surge over 176%
Meatpackers seek credit to cope with China safeguards
Meat is increasingly consumed less in Argentina, and not just because of inflation. Forget about asado
WORLD
Conditions favourable for livestock sector says Rabobank
In the AI era, strategic partnerships are key to retail success
Russian Meat Exports Up 10.6% In 2025 – Russia’s pivot to Asia
