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On November 5, 2024, the European Union and the United Kingdom announced the complete cessation of beef imports from Brazil. This decision was a result of serious concerns about the use of the hormone estradiol in animals. European regulators noted that Brazil could not guarantee the absence of this hormone in the meat, which is a mandatory requirement for imports into Europe. According to Brazil's Agrifatto statistical agency, the UK accounts for 6.9% of Brazil's total beef exports. In the first eight months of 2024, beef shipments to Europe and the United Kingdom brought the country €521 million, significantly less than the €675 million for the whole of 2023. This decrease in revenue puts at risk not only Brazil's meat producers, but also the country's economy as a whole, since the meat industry plays an important role in Brazilian exports.

On November 5, the European Union and Great Britain announced a complete suspension of beef imports from Brazil. This decision was the result of serious concerns related to the use of the hormone estradiol in animal husbandry. European regulators have noted that Brazil cannot guarantee the absence of this hormone in the meat, which is a mandatory requirement for imports into Europe.

Prices for week ending 02 November The all prime average GB prime cattle price sat at 513p/kg for the week ending 02 November, up 1.1p/kg on the week prior. The R4L steer price largely stood-on at 527p/kg, whilst the R4L heifer price gained slightly to sit at 525p/kg. Meanwhile, the average R3 young bull price gained 0.4p to 510p/kg. Estimated GB prime cattle kill stood at 34,100 head for the week ending 02 November, a fall of 1,300 head on the week. This was primarily driven by a lower throughput of heifers, with steers increasing slightly week on week. The overall average cow price fell by a further 0.9p/kg, to sit at 348p/kg in the latest week. It was, however, 49.5p/kg higher than the same week of last year. Estimated cow slaughterings slipped back on the week, to total 12,400 head. Market reports indicate firm demand for available cattle to fill orders and ensure supply of key cuts ahead of Christmas. Wholesale reports suggest cuts including topsides and silversides for exampl