July was a strong month for beef and pork exports

by | Sep 9, 2024 | 5 Ag Stories, News

Exports of U.S. beef continued to build momentum in July, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom said July beef exports totaled 110,419 metric tons (mt), up 7% from a year ago- which was also the second largest month of 2024.

Pork exports were also well above year-ago levels in July, led by a value record for shipments to Mexico. Halstrom said pork exports reached 241,210 mt in July, up 10% from a year ago.

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