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International signals mark a path of firmness for the beef market during the second half of the year and with even better prospects for 2026, driven by demand from the United States and a forecast of reduced supply from Brazil.

Mexican beef exports to the United States recorded an annual decrease of 7%, reaching 89,100 metric tons through week 22 of the year, while cattle prices rise and the border between the two nations remains closed due to the screwworm plague.

Due in part to a sharp decline in shipments to China, U.S. beef and pork exports in April showed a downward trend compared to the previous year, according to data published by the USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). China's retaliatory tariffs represent a significant obstacle for both U.S. beef and pork, while beef exporters face an additional hurdle. China has not renewed registrations for U.S. beef processing plant establishments and cold storage facilities, most of which expired in mid-March. Beef exports in April totaled 100,659 tons, 10% less than the previous year, while value fell 8% to $824.5 million. Exports to China decreased by almost 70%, and shipments to Mexico, Taiwan, and the Middle East also showed a downward trend. These results were partially offset by increased exports to South Korea, Japan, Central and South America. From January to April, beef exports were 3% below last year's pace, with 411,027 metric tons. Export value decreased by ...