United States Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service
Approved by the World Agricultural Outlook Board/USDA
April 2016
Trade of All Meats to Expand in 2016
Beef and Veal1:
Global production is forecast at 59.0 million tons, up modestly from the previous year. Herd
expansion in the United States, India, and Brazil will offset lower production in Australia,
Argentina, and Russia. Brazilian production is expected to rebound strongly as a weaker real
and market access improvements fuel exports. However, economic instability and weak
domestic demand remain risk factors. Australian production is forecast to decline for a
second year as producers rebuild herds after an extended liquidation period.
Exports by major traders are forecast 1 percent higher to 9.6 million tons as growth to Asia
offsets soft demand in other regions. Shipments from India and Brazil are expected to
rebound, with India overtaking Australia as the top exporter. China is expected to become
the second largest beef importer after the United States due to steady growth in consumption
and new market access for Brazil and Argentina. Despite higher demand from Asia,
shipments to the Middle East and North Africa will remain constrained as low oil prices
continue to pressure economic growth. \
U.S. production is forecast up almost 5 percent on larger cattle supplies and higher carcass
weights. Exports are expected to grow 8 percent as production expansion and declining
wholesale beef prices spur demand. Lower Australian supplies will enable the United States
to regain some market share in Asian markets. However, exports will remain below the 5-
year average as the strong dollar continues to hamper shipments, especially to Canada and
Mexico.
Pork:
Global production is forecast down 1 percent to 109.3 million tons as declines in China and
the EU more than offset gains by the United States, Brazil, and Russia. Chinese production
will continue to contract due to the slowing economy and continuing repercussions of
environmental regulations. EU production will decline as low prices spur herd contraction.
Increased exports driven by a weak currency and improved market access will raise Brazilian
production. Russian production will continue moderate expansion but at a slower pace due
to the struggling economy and competition from lower global pork prices.
1 Beef and veal estimates include meat of other bovines for certain countries. In particular, Indian estimates include carabeef (water buffalo).
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China Overtakes Japan as Second
Largest Beef Importer after U.S.
China Japan
Exports by major traders are forecast 6 percent higher to a record 7.6 million tons. An
increase in exportable EU and U.S. supplies will put downward pressure on global prices and
stimulate demand. Shipments to Asia, in particular, are expected to flourish.
U.S. production is forecast up 2 percent to a record 11.3 million tons on continued moderate
industry growth. Exports are forecast over 5 percent higher to 2.4 million tons as
competitive prices will bolster shipments to most markets, particularly China and Mexico.
Broiler Meat:
Global production is forecast to increase 1 percent to a record 89.7 million tons on expansion
by most major traders. Brazil is expected to continue expanding on higher exports. Reduced
supplies of imported breeding stock, driven by highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)-
related trade restrictions, will put downward pressure on production in China. Russian
production will continue expanding but at a slower pace due to a struggling economy and
rising production costs.
Exports by major traders are forecast to rebound 5 percent to a record 10.8 million tons.
Shipments will increase by the top two suppliers, Brazil and the United States, which account
for two-thirds of world trade. Exports will be driven by increased market access, partial
removal of trade restrictions on U.S. poultry from the 2015 HPAI outbreak, robust Chinese
demand, and a continued weak Brazilian real.
U.S. production is forecast to increase 3 percent to a record 18.4 million tons on heavier
weights and increased bird numbers. Exports are expected to recover 7 percent to 3.1 million
tons as a number of countries have lifted HPAI-related restrictions.
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European Union Increases Lead over
U.S. as Top Pork Exporter
European Union United States
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Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade
April 2016
Contents
Summary: Major Traders and U.S. Trade of Beef, Pork and Broiler Meat
SPECIAL ARTICLES:
Surging EU Pork Exports to Asia to Disrupt U.S. Shipments
U.S. and Brazilian Broiler Meat Exports Higher in 2016
Despite Trade Restrictions and Currency Constraints
Mexican Turkey Meat Consumption Driven by Trade with U.S.
TABLES:
Beef
Beef Summary Tables
Cattle Summary Tables
Pork
Pork Summary Tables
Swine Summary Tables
Poultry Meat
Broiler Meat Summary Tables
NOTES TO READERS
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 (p) 2016 (f)
Percent
Change
2015 to
2016
Beef and Veal 58,185 58,537 59,482 59,730 58,389 59,001 1.0%
Pork 103,581 106,868 108,823 110,559 110,321 109,306 -0.9%
Broiler Meat 81,313 83,534 84,588 86,700 88,712 89,655 1.1%
Total 243,079 248,939 252,893 256,989 257,422 257,962 0.2%
Beef and Veal 56,538 57,057 57,839 57,681 56,450 57,078 1.1%
Pork 103,181 106,381 108,402 109,966 109,845 108,908 -0.9%
Broiler Meat 79,985 81,892 83,057 85,140 86,970 87,697 0.8%
Total 239,704 245,330 249,298 252,787 253,265 253,683 0.2%
Beef and Veal 6,447 6,680 7,468 7,904 7,583 7,676 1.2%
Pork 6,558 6,858 6,588 6,322 6,685 7,211 7.9%
Broiler Meat 8,227 8,541 8,684 8,940 8,668 8,734 0.8%
Total 21,232 22,079 22,740 23,166 22,936 23,621 3.0%
Beef and Veal 8,072 8,139 9,126 9,994 9,554 9,633 0.8%
Pork 6,954 7,267 7,026 6,875 7,208 7,618 5.7%
Broiler Meat 9,576 10,088 10,274 10,480 10,273 10,755 4.7%
Total 24,602 25,494 26,426 27,349 27,035 28,006 3.6%
Beef and Veal 1,263 1,112 1,174 1,167 1,028 1,114 8.4%
Pork 2,357 2,440 2,262 2,203 2,241 2,359 5.3%
Broiler Meat 3,165 3,299 3,332 3,312 2,866 3,057 6.7%
Total 6,785 6,851 6,768 6,682 6,135 6,530 6.4%
Beef and Veal 16% 14% 13% 12% 11% 12%
Pork 34% 34% 32% 32% 31% 31%
Broiler Meat 33% 33% 32% 32% 28% 28%
Combined 28% 27% 26% 24% 23% 23%
Summary:
Major Traders and U.S. Trade of Beef, Pork, and Broiler Meat
Production
Consumption
Notes: Totals include only those countries that make up USDA’s official PSD database are reported. This means totals do not
encompass all production, consumption, and trade, but rather the sum of those countries reported in USDA’s database, which
represent the most important markets in the world meat PSD situation. In an attempt to capture these major players, the list of
countries reported changes periodically.
U.S. Market Share (%) of Exports Among Major Traders
Imports
Exports
U.S. Exports
Beef and Veal, Pork: 1,000 Tons Carcass Weight Equivalent / Broiler Meat: 1,000 Tons Ready to Cook Equivalent
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Surging EU Pork Exports to Asia Disrupt U.S. Shipments
The United States and the EU are leading pork exporters which combined account for nearly
two-thirds of world pork trade. In 2015, the EU surpassed the United States as the world’s
leading exporter and is forecast to retain this position in 2016.
EU: World Leader Despite Setback in Russian Market
EU’s rise has not come without challenges. In 2013, Russia was the EU’s largest market,
accounting for over 20 percent of its total exports. However, Russia imposed import restrictions
on the EU in late January 2014 due to outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF), shutting it out of
the market. In addition to the disease-based restriction, EU pork was also included in the August
2014 Russian ban on certain agricultural products from the United States, Canada, Australia, EU,
and Norway.
Although the EU lost a significant market when banned by Russia, considerable market share has
since developed in Asian markets. To offset the loss of Russia, the EU shipped more to Japan
during the first half of 2014. In the second half of 2014, gains were made in shipments to both
South Korea and China. During the following year (2015), EU pork exports to China increased
nearly 82 percent. While Japan, Korea, and China accounted for nearly 38 percent of total EU
pork shipments in 2013, these markets rose to nearly 56 percent in 2015.
Following Russian Ban, EU Pork Exports Increased to Key Asian Markets
EU Gains Help Depress U.S. Shipments to Key Asian Markets
EU pork exports to all destinations increased 7 percent from 2013 to 2015 while total U.S.
shipments only increased 1 percent. The United States was constrained by the loss of the
Russian market, tight supplies due to porcine epidemic diahrea virus (PEDv), elevated prices,
and a strong dollar. Its competitiveness vis-à-vis the EU was significantly reduced. In addition,
the EU’s ban on producing pork with beta-agonists allows them greater flexibility in meeting the
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Exports to China
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Second Russian
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First Russian
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demands of Asian markets. U.S. pork exports to Japan, Korea, and China declined 5 percent
during the 2013 to 2015 period and also accounted for a smaller portion (falling from 40 to 36
percent) of total U.S. shipments. Thus EU expanded not only shipments to key Asian markets in
terms of volumes but also market share.
EU Forecast to Gain Further Ground on Pork Exports to Asia in 2016
Combined pork imports for China, Japan and South Korea are forecast up 11 percent for 2016.
Both South Korea and Japan imports are forecast slightly higher (2 and 4 percent, respectively)
while Chinese imports are forecast 26 percent higher. Stronger demand by these key markets
will facilitate the EU remaining the top global pork exporter in 2016. The United States will
continue to be challenged to compete with the EU due to a strong dollar and relatively higher
prices. Export expansion is forecast for both the EU and the United States in 2016, however the
EU’s rise is slightly stronger at 9 percent compared to the United States at 5 percent.
Asia an Increasingly Important Market for the EU
For more information contact | Tyler Cozzens | [email protected], (202) 690-2993,
USDA-FAS, Office of Global Analysis, Global Commodity Analysis Division
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Source: Eurostat
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U.S. and Brazilian Broiler Meat Exports Higher in 2016
Despite Trade Restrictions and Currency Constraints
In 2015, total broiler meat exports by major traders declined for the first time since 2006. There
was also a major shift in the correlation between Brazil and the United States, which together
account for about two-thirds of global trade. For the past 10 years, the difference between U.S.
and Brazilian exports has been relatively consistent and shipments generally trended in the same
direction. However, Brazilian exports increased 283,000 MT in 2015 while U.S. exports
declined 445,000 MT.
Negative Factors for the United States Benefited Brazil in 2015
The principle factors that negatively impacted U.S. shipments in 2015 included the ongoing
Russian ban on imports of certain agricultural products from the United States, Canada,
Australia, EU, and Norway, highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)-related trade restrictions,
the strong U.S. dollar, and foreign exchange shortages in a number of countries. While some of
these factors led to the decline of shipments to certain markets for both exporters, others helped
Brazilian exports grow significantly compared to the United States. In addition, Brazil benefited
from robust Middle East demand.
U.S. Shipments Declined to Russia
Due to Russia’s ban in August 2014, U.S. exports to
Russia fell by 138,000 MT, the largest single market
decline for U.S. shipments in 2015. When U.S.
shipments to Russia declined during 2008-2011, due in
part to increased Russian production and lower quotas,
U.S. product that would have gone to Russia was
absorbed by other markets. However, in 2015, the
agricultural ban and other factors placing constraints
on U.S. exports made it more difficult to displace
shipments intended for the Russian market. Due to a
weak ruble, increased Russian production, and
competitively priced domestic products, imports from
Brazil also declined by 34,000 MT in 2015. However,
Russia was not as large a market, accounting for less
than 5 percent of total Brazilian shipments.
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Russia Rest of World
Source: U.S. Census Bureau
Factors U.S. Brazil
Russian Market - -
Strong U.S. Dollar - +Imposed HPAI-Related Restrictions
on U.S. Poultry- +
Foreign Exchange Shortages
(Angola/Venezuela)- -
Robust Demand: Middle East - +
2015 Positive and Negative Market Impacts
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
HPAI-Related Trade Restrictions Impeded U.S. Shipments
The United States shrank while Brazil grew in several markets that placed HPAI-related trade
restrictions on U.S. products in 2015. The December 2014 outbreak of HPAI prompted a
number of trading partners to place regional (zone, county, or state) or U.S.-wide restrictions on
poultry products. China and South Korea were the two largest importers that placed U.S.-wide
restrictions on the United States. While U.S. exports fell to virtually zero to these markets,
Brazilian exports increased significantly, growing over 100,000 MT to both markets combined.
A Strong Dollar Hindered U.S. Exports
An excess of exportable supplies caused
by trade restrictions weakened U.S. prices
in 2015. However, these lower prices were
largely offset by a stronger dollar. A
weakened real also reduced
competitiveness of the United States
versus Brazil.
Low Oil Prices Impacted Demand by Several Major Importers
Depressed oil prices in 2015 resulted in lower revenues and foreign exchange shortages for a
number of key importers. Hence, shipments fell significantly to Venezuela and Angola where oil
revenues are a substantial part of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) and the cost to produce oil
is high compared to other major broiler meat importers. With these countries facing liquidity
issues, their imports from Brazil and the United States declined significantly in 2015. Angola
was the second largest U.S. market in 2014 but exports declined by 92,000 MT in 2015.
Similarly, Venezuela was the fourth-largest market for Brazil and shipments fell 71,000 MT
from 2014.
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Robust Middle East Demand Bolstered Brazilian Shipments
Brazilian exports grew over 200,000 MT to
the Middle East in 2015, offsetting losses in
Venezuela, Angola, and Russia. The largest
increase in shipments was to Saudi Arabia
followed by the United Arab Emirates.
Although oil revenue makes up a significant
share of GDP in these markets, the countries
have large foreign exchange reserves and
low oil production costs, which help to
lessen the impact of low oil prices. The
United States is less competitive in the
Middle East, in part due to fewer facilities
that are able to provide halal-certified
products.
2016: Export Growth Forecast for Brazil and the United States
Total exports by major suppliers are forecast to increase in 2016. For both Brazil and the United
States, exports will expand and recover by 6 and 7 percent, respectively. The two countries will
face challenges similar to those in 2015, but also will benefit from new opportunities in 2016
through increased market access.
Brazil:
Export growth in 2016 will continue to be driven by the weak Brazilian real, ongoing HPAI-
related trade restrictions on competitors, and expanded access to a number of smaller markets.
However, slower growth is expected in traditional export markets.
Shipments are expected to increase to China, which still has HPAI-related restrictions on U.S.
poultry products. Exports will also grow to a number of markets that were recently opened, such
as Pakistan, or where Brazil has expanded access through the approval of additional poultry
plants, such as Malaysia and Mexico.
Exports to Saudi Arabia and Japan – Brazil’s top markets – will slow as both countries face
excess supplies on record 2015 imports. Exports to Russia will decline further on a weak ruble
and higher domestic production at competitive prices.
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Rest of World Middle East
Source: SECEX – Foreign Trade Secretariat
Impact U.S. Brazil
Russian Market - -
Strong U.S. Dollar - +Partial Removal of HPAI-Related
Restrictions on U.S. Poultry+ -
Robust Demand: China - +
2016 Positive and Negative Market Impacts
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
United States:
Export growth in 2016 is expected in a number of markets that removed HPAI-related
restrictions as regions were declared disease-free. Several markets, such as Kazakhstan and Iraq,
which removed restrictions on regions (zones, counties, or states) are expected to grow. Exports
are also expected to increase to countries, such as South Africa, that had U.S.-wide restrictions
during 2015 and have since transitioned to regional restrictions. Additionally, the recent
agreement on a bone-in chicken quota between U.S. and South African governments will lead to
expanded exports.
The removal of restrictions and transition to regional restrictions from the end of 2015 and into
2016 offer better export opportunities provided there are no further outbreaks of HPAI in major
broiler-producing states. However, a stronger dollar in 2016 will likely continue to constrain
U.S. competitiveness. The United States will also face HPAI-related restrictions by China and
South Korea and the continuing Russian ban. Despite these trade restrictions and possible
continued currency constraints on oil-reliant importers, U.S. exports in 2016 are expected to
recover.
For more information contact | Joanna Hitchner | [email protected], (202) 720-0746,
USDA-FAS, Office of Global Analysis, Global Commodity Analysis Division
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Domestic Production Limited
Mexican turkey meat
production is limited, and
industry growth is challenged.
Not only is there intense
competition from imports, but
the consumption of domestic
product is highly seasonal. A
significant portion of domestic
production is sold during
holidays (Christmas and Easter)
and largely as uncooked whole
birds.
Mexican Turkey Meat Consumption Driven by Trade with U.S.
The United States and Mexico have a unique and nearly exclusive turkey meat trade relationship.
More than 90 percent of Mexican turkey meat consumption is product imported from the United
States. Similarly, U.S. turkey meat exports are dependent on Mexico which comprises almost
half of total U.S. shipments. Exports account for slightly more than 10 percent of U.S. turkey
meat production.
U.S. Turkey Meat Shipments to Mexico Driven
By Processing….
According to Mexico’s National Poultry
Association (UNA), almost 90 percent of imports
of U.S. turkey meat is further processed by
Mexican industry into sausage/hot dogs, ham/cold
cuts, and turkey legs. For example, more than 80
percent of hams produced are blended turkey-pork
hams. Processors have some flexibility in the
composition of blended meat products, so shifts in
relative prices may encourage processors to adjust
the meat ingredients.
…And Also Competing Pork Price
There is a clear correlation between the pork-to-turkey meat (imported for further processing)
price ratio and the quantity of imported turkey meat as shown in the following graph. As pork
becomes cheaper relative to turkey meat, Mexico imports less turkey meat from the United
States.1 Similarly, as pork becomes more expensive relative to turkey meat, Mexico imports
more turkey meat from the United States.
1 H.S. Code 02072699 (“Other”) comprises 65 percent of Mexican imports of U.S. turkey meat. H.S. Code 02031201 (Legs, Shoulders and Cuts, Without Bones) comprises 71 percent of Mexican imports of U.S. pork.
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U.S. Dominates Mexican Turkey Meat Supplies
Domestic Production Imports from the U.S. Imports from Chile
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Source: USDA/FAS/PSD
Mexican Turkey Meat Consumption:
Small and Relatively Stable (2014)
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HPAI Shifts the Relationship
There is a slight deviation of the correlation in 2015 following the outbreak of highly pathogenic
avian influenza (HPAI) in the United States. As a result, Mexico began restricting imports of
poultry and poultry meat. Although some restrictions have since been lifted, 15 U.S. states are
still restricted. However, poultry meat intended for further processing that includes heat
treatment is exempt from these restrictions. This product accounts for the majority of U.S.
turkey exports to Mexico.
Nonetheless, several of the top turkey-
producing states were deeply impacted by the
HPAI outbreak, most notably, Minnesota.
According to USDA’s Animal and Plant
Health Inspection Service, 7.5 million
turkeys were depopulated, which would have
accounted for 3.2 percent of the previous
year (2014) slaughter and the effects were
compounded by a resulting production lag
due to cleaning and disinfecting, plus
placement. Due to these tightened supplies
in 2015, the price of turkey meat was at a
premium. In addition, pork prices were low,
signaling a price ratio favorable to pork.
The reduction of exportable supplies, combined with the price ratio, depressed shipments to
Mexico and heightened substitution with pork. Even as the price ratio slowly rebounded and the
United States turkey industry recovered, the production lag forced suppliers to focus on U.S.
domestic consumption, hence limiting choices for Mexican importers. At the end of 2015, the
pork-to-turkey meat price ratio and imports of U.S. turkey meat both remained low compared to
the 5-year trend.
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Pork-to-Turkey Meat Price Ratio Propels U.S. -Mexico Trade
Volume of Imported Turkey (HS: 02072699) Pork-to-Turkey Meat Unit Price Ratio
Mexican Restrictions
on U.S.
exports due
to HPAI.
HPAI Confirmed Detections in 2014/15
Source: USDA/APHIS
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Chile is a Minor Competitor in Mexico
Despite the downturn in U.S. turkey meat, market shares remain relatively unchanged. Mexico
imports small amounts of turkey meat from Chile, primarily turkey breast, which is priced and
consumed differently than turkey meat for further processing. Thus, Chilean and U.S. products
are not in direct competition. As U.S. turkey meat shipments declined in 2015, Chile’s import
share grew to 6 percent (from 2 percent in 2014). Mexico currently imports only from the
United States and Chile.
Outlook for 2016
In 2016, the impact of last year’s HPAI outbreaks will have residual impacts on turkey meat
shipments to Mexico. By the third and fourth quarters of 2016, production in the United States is
forecast above year-earlier, putting downward pressure on turkey meat prices. Thus, as supplies
rebound, the importance of the pork-to-turkey meat price ratio in driving shipments will increase.
A stronger decline in pork prices compared to turkey meat is forecast for 2016. Turkey meat will
remain relatively expensive, weakening Mexican demand for U.S. turkey meat.
For more information contact | Mary Rose Parrish | [email protected], (202) 720-4204,
USDA-FAS, Office of Global Analysis, Global Commodity Analysis Division
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Beef and Veal Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Carcass Weight Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
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9,6209,6009,4259,7239,6759,307 Brazil
7,6807,5607,6707,4437,3887,708 European Union
6,7856,7856,7006,8906,7306,623 China
4,3004,5004,1004,1003,8003,491 India
2,6802,6802,7402,7002,8502,620 Argentina
2,1802,3002,5472,5952,3592,152 Australia
1,8651,8651,8501,8271,8071,821 Mexico
1,7751,7751,7251,6751,6301,587 Pakistan
1,3101,3001,3551,3701,3801,380 Russia
1,0659751,0501,0991,0491,060 Canada
8,4138,4678,4129,2329,0638,940 Others
47,67347,80747,57448,65447,73146,689 Total Foreign
11,32811,38910,81511,07611,75111,848 United States
59,00159,19658,38959,73059,48258,537 Total
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7,8207,8907,7817,8967,8857,845 Brazil
7,7207,6207,7307,5147,5207,760 European Union
7,5907,4507,3397,2777,1126,667 China
2,4502,4152,5542,5032,6642,458 Argentina
2,3502,3252,2942,0182,0352,080 India
1,9252,0251,9712,2892,3932,398 Russia
1,7801,7301,7971,8391,8731,836 Mexico
1,7061,7061,6611,6171,5761,538 Pakistan
1,1901,2151,1861,2251,2321,255 Japan
9208909429991,0231,019 Canada
10,07310,0699,92111,26210,91810,462 Others
45,52445,33545,17646,43946,23145,318 Total Foreign
11,55411,67111,27411,24211,60811,739 United States
57,07857,00656,45057,68157,83957,057 Total
Notes: Includes meat of other bovines for certain countries. India includes carabeef (water buffalo). From 2015, the following
countries are excluded: Albania, Azerbaijan, Cote d'Ivoire, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica, Senegal and Uzbekistan. The notation of a
month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Beef and Veal Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Carcass Weight Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
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Total Imports
82570066341741286 China
725727707739760737 Japan
6257356259291,0231,027 Russia
455454414392375370 Korea, South
400500339646473241 Hong Kong
360370363372376348 European Union
300285360270195250 Egypt
270285280284295301 Canada
260230245241245187 Chile
250250235205194174 Malaysia
1,8911,7941,8232,0722,1001,952 Others
6,3616,3306,0546,5676,4485,673 Total Foreign
1,3151,3811,5291,3371,0201,007 United States
7,6767,7117,5837,9047,4686,680 Total
none
Total Exports
1,9502,1751,8062,0821,7651,411 India
1,8501,7751,7051,9091,8491,524 Brazil
1,5251,6251,8541,8511,5931,407 Australia
584598639579529517 New Zealand
415370391378332335 Canada
380410381389326251 Paraguay
380395373350340360 Uruguay
320310303301244296 European Union
250300228194166200 Mexico
230265186197186164 Argentina
635603660597622562 Others
8,5198,8268,5268,8277,9527,027 Total Foreign
1,1141,1001,0281,1671,1741,112 United States
9,6339,9269,5549,9949,1268,139 Total
Notes: Includes meat of other bovines for certain countries. Indian exports are carabeef (water buffalo). From 2015, the
following countries are excluded: Albania, Azerbaijan, Cote d'Ivoire, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica, Senegal and Uzbekistan. The
notation of a month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Cattle Selected Countries Summary
(in 1,000 head)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Cattle Beg. Stks
302,600301,600301,100300,600299,606300,000 India
219,180219,093213,035207,959203,273197,550 Brazil
100,275100,250100,450103,000103,434103,605 China
88,75088,60088,40687,61987,10687,054 European Union
51,99551,99551,54551,54551,09549,597 Argentina
27,68226,15029,10229,29128,41828,506 Australia
18,83818,66519,15219,56419,93020,134 Russia
16,60516,45017,12017,76018,52120,090 Mexico
11,96011,93011,92012,22012,30512,245 Canada
11,96012,06312,05311,90311,38411,232 Uruguay
31,58731,78632,26364,05266,10168,064 Others
881,432878,582876,146905,513901,173898,077 Total Foreign
91,98892,90089,14388,52690,09591,160 United States
973,420971,482965,289994,039991,268989,237 Total
none
Production (Calf Crop)
68,00068,00067,00066,00065,00063,500 India
49,05049,05049,00047,90048,80048,000 China
48,25048,25048,22049,60050,18549,690 Brazil
29,60029,25029,55029,28029,05029,800 European Union
14,00014,00013,70013,30014,00013,700 Argentina
9,2009,5009,66411,06310,7838,539 Australia
7,0006,9256,8506,7506,7006,800 Mexico
6,5196,4066,6356,6706,8206,920 Russia
5,0125,1505,0405,4404,9234,926 New Zealand
4,4104,3754,2624,6064,5164,462 Canada
10,17710,02010,23414,42914,91414,748 Others
251,218250,926250,155255,038255,691251,085 Total Foreign
34,70035,00034,30233,52233,73034,469 United States
285,918285,926284,457288,560289,421285,554 Total
Notes: May contain other bovines. From 2015, Colombia and Venezuela are excluded. The notation of a month beneath a year
conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Cattle Selected Countries Summary
(in 1,000 head)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Imports
30022012020010095 Egypt
15020012523098117 China
5580857497143 Russia
404036454856 Canada
252523283010 Mexico
889111214 Japan
3321000 Brazil
101112 Belarus
000000 Argentina
000000 Australia
001566715619 Others
5825764021,1651,1011,056 Total Foreign
1,7752,0501,9842,3582,0332,283 United States
2,3572,6262,3863,5233,1343,339 Total
none
Total Exports
1,1251,2001,2131,1761,0451,539 Mexico
1,1001,1001,3361,297851620 Australia
7509258321,2451,044821 Canada
750600700499504678 European Union
300300212649689512 Brazil
2151402171404178 Uruguay
55554527112 Ukraine
24202427149 Russia
202020201926 China
152521793342 New Zealand
11186236302 Others
4,3554,3864,6215,2454,4874,629 Total Foreign
758072108161191 United States
4,4304,4664,6935,3534,6484,820 Total
Notes: May contain other bovines. From 2015, Colombia and Venezuela and excluded. The notation of a month beneath a year
conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Pork Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Carcass Weight Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Production
53,50056,50054,87056,71054,93053,427 China
23,23022,90023,35022,54022,35922,526 European Union
3,6093,5103,5193,4003,3353,330 Brazil
2,6752,7802,6152,5102,4002,175 Russia
2,4752,4752,4502,4252,3492,307 Vietnam
1,9251,8801,8901,8051,8221,844 Canada
1,4001,3901,3701,3531,3401,310 Philippines
1,3851,3851,3231,2901,2841,239 Mexico
1,2801,2901,2541,2641,3091,297 Japan
1,2401,2301,2171,2001,2521,086 Korea, South
5,2535,3085,3425,6925,9185,773 Others
97,972100,64899,200100,18998,29896,314 Total Foreign
11,33411,31411,12110,37010,52510,554 United States
109,306111,962110,321110,559108,823106,868 Total
none
Total Dom. Consumption
54,57057,14055,66857,19555,45653,922 China
20,64220,58220,97420,39020,14720,382 European Union
3,0202,9793,0163,0243,2673,239 Russia
2,9402,9312,8932,8452,7512,670 Brazil
2,5902,5402,5682,5432,5492,557 Japan
2,4372,4372,4122,3892,3152,275 Vietnam
2,3352,1952,1761,9911,9561,850 Mexico
1,8701,8571,8131,6601,6281,546 Korea, South
1,5841,6091,5441,5511,5111,446 Philippines
938928930875892906 Taiwan
6,4886,6196,4816,8527,2657,147 Others
99,414101,817100,475101,31599,73797,940 Total Foreign
9,4949,4099,3708,6518,6658,441 United States
108,908111,226109,845109,966108,402106,381 Total
Note: From 2015, the following countries are excluded: Albania, Armenia, Congo (Brazzaville), Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica,
North Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Switzerland and Trinidad and Tobago. From 2016, Venezuela is excluded. The notation of a
month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Pork Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Carcass Weight Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Imports
1,3201,2501,2701,3321,2231,259 Japan
1,3008501,029761770730 China
1,100960981818783706 Mexico
610625599480388502 Korea, South
410400397347399414 Hong Kong
3552004085158681,077 Russia
240250220191183194 Australia
210210216214220240 Canada
185220175199172138 Philippines
125130107634032 Taiwan
8219177799451,1431,202 Others
6,6766,0126,1815,8656,1896,494 Total Foreign
535454504457399364 United States
7,2116,4666,6856,3226,5886,858 Total
none
Total Exports
2,6002,3302,3882,1642,2272,165 European Union
1,2501,2101,2361,2181,2461,243 Canada
670580627556585661 Brazil
230250231276244235 China
200200178163164180 Chile
15015012811711195 Mexico
404036373636 Australia
404040404036 Vietnam
2045192546 Serbia
2014171342 South Africa
39306763103168 Others
5,2594,8894,9674,6724,7644,827 Total Foreign
2,3592,3702,2412,2032,2622,440 United States
7,6187,2597,2086,8757,0267,267 Total
Note: From 2015, the following countries are excluded: Albania, Armenia, Congo (Brazzaville), Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica,
North Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Switzerland and Trinidad and Tobago. From 2016, Venezuela is excluded. The notation of a
month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Swine Selected Countries Summary
(in 1,000 head)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Beginning Stocks
451,130420,200465,830474,113475,922468,627 China
148,500147,500148,341146,172146,982149,809 European Union
39,42240,15039,39538,84438,57738,336 Brazil
21,26720,12519,40519,08118,81617,258 Russia
13,26013,30013,16512,94012,61012,625 Canada
10,18710,20010,0909,9129,9168,171 Korea, South
9,9179,6009,7009,7759,5109,276 Mexico
9,6009,5909,4409,5379,6859,735 Japan
7,2457,3007,4927,9227,5777,373 Ukraine
3,2002,6502,9243,2674,2433,989 Belarus
2,1642,3002,2712,0982,1382,285 Others
715,892682,915728,053733,661735,976727,484 Total Foreign
68,38968,02567,77664,77566,22466,259 United States
784,281750,940795,829798,436802,200793,743 Total
none
Production (Pig Crop)
680,000705,000696,600729,927720,971707,427 China
263,000263,000266,500261,750257,000257,600 European Union
41,00039,75039,76037,00036,00034,500 Russia
39,63539,63539,05038,47037,90037,700 Brazil
29,10028,00028,63027,07827,37628,347 Canada
19,20019,00018,00017,60017,80017,150 Mexico
17,99517,35017,60016,81216,95316,340 Korea, South
17,20017,20017,15017,05017,35017,250 Japan
8,9009,0009,2009,5279,4658,538 Ukraine
5,3005,2505,2004,8505,3255,775 Belarus
5,2504,8504,8504,9854,7374,581 Others
1,126,5801,148,0351,142,5401,165,0491,150,8771,135,208 Total Foreign
121,437122,975120,834114,856115,135116,655 United States
1,248,0171,271,0101,263,3741,279,9051,266,0121,251,863 Total
Note: The notation of a month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Swine Selected Countries Summary
(in 1,000 head)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Imports
255042141031 Mexico
24302222231225 Ukraine
838531 Belarus
556312 Canada
52472420 China
223112 European Union
2222211 Korea, South
212886340 Russia
101111 Japan
000000 Australia
000011 Others
74959063360634 Total Foreign
6,1005,0005,7414,9474,9485,656 United States
6,1745,0955,8315,0105,3086,290 Total
none
Total Exports
6,1005,0505,7734,9604,7845,676 Canada
1,5001,6001,6961,7501,6841,643 China
500600436568569741 European Union
223342 Brazil
101052103 Belarus
000000 Australia
000000 Japan
000000 Korea, South
000000 Mexico
002000 Russia
001101 Others
8,1037,2527,9127,2827,0938,166 Total Foreign
324841193456 United States
8,1357,3007,9537,3017,1278,222 Total
Note: The notation of a month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Broiler Meat Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Ready to Cook Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Production
13,56513,48013,14612,69212,30812,645 Brazil
12,70013,10013,40013,00013,35013,700 China
10,76010,84510,62010,2809,9109,565 European Union
4,2004,2003,9003,7253,4503,160 India
3,7003,6503,5503,2603,0102,830 Russia
3,3003,1603,1963,0252,9072,958 Mexico
2,2002,1002,0802,0502,0602,014 Argentina
2,0501,9901,9001,8941,7581,723 Turkey
1,7201,6501,6901,5701,5001,550 Thailand
1,6401,6401,6251,5651,5501,540 Indonesia
15,37715,15615,63416,33315,80915,228 Others
71,21270,97170,74169,39467,61266,913 Total Foreign
18,44318,36517,97117,30616,97616,621 United States
89,65589,33688,71286,70084,58883,534 Total
none
Total Dom. Consumption
12,68512,98513,26712,83013,17413,543 China
10,30510,37510,1719,8599,4989,198 European Union
9,4779,6049,3099,1378,8299,139 Brazil
4,1934,1933,8923,7163,4453,156 India
4,0953,9223,9813,7383,5823,568 Mexico
3,7753,7353,7283,6753,4973,356 Russia
2,2982,2502,2982,2262,2092,214 Japan
1,9761,8761,8941,7731,7291,723 Argentina
1,7201,6651,6601,5721,5561,582 South Africa
1,7101,6301,5791,5151,4211,439 Turkey
19,94519,90820,09621,05820,42619,628 Others
72,17972,14371,87571,09969,36668,546 Total Foreign
15,51815,23315,09514,04113,69113,346 United States
87,69787,37686,97085,14083,05781,892 Total
Notes: Chicken paws are excluded. From 2015, the following countries are excluded: Bahrain, Georgia, Iran, Jamaica and
Moldova. From 2016, Venezuela is excluded. The notation of a month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for
that year was released.
Foreign Agricultural Service/USDA April 2016Office of Global Analysis
Broiler Meat Selected Countries Summary
1,000 Metric Tons (Ready to Cook Equivalent)
2012 2013 2014 2015 2016
Oct
2016
Apr
none
Total Imports
910875936888854877 Japan
900850930775838750 Saudi Arabia
800770790722682616 Mexico
725720728712671727 European Union
670710640730673610 Iraq
470440436369355371 South Africa
360260268260244254 China
320220262192217223 United Arab Emirates
305380312299272300 Hong Kong
250235224186182196 Cuba
2,9683,1803,0833,7543,6413,566 Others
8,6788,6408,6098,8878,6298,490 Total Foreign
565359535551 United States
8,7348,6938,6688,9408,6848,541 Total
none
Total Exports
4,0903,8803,8413,5583,4823,508 Brazil
1,1801,1901,1771,1331,0831,094 European Union
630570622546504538 Thailand
375375401430420411 China
340360321379337284 Turkey
225225187278334295 Argentina
16519015916714175 Ukraine
150140133137150141 Canada
10510099878893 Chile
100100135113105105 Belarus
338337332340298245 Others
7,6987,4677,4077,1686,9426,789 Total Foreign
3,0573,2212,8663,3123,3323,299 United States
10,75510,68810,27310,48010,27410,088 Total
Notes: Chicken paws are excluded. From 2015, the following countries are excluded: Bahrain, Georgia, Iran, Jamaica and
Moldova. From 2016, Venezuela is excluded. The notation of a month beneath a year conveys the month in which the forecast for
that year was released.
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Notes to Readers
The Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade circular is designed to give a snapshot of
the current situation among the major players in world beef, pork, and broiler meat trade.
PSDs Excluded Beginning in Year 2015:
Cattle: Colombia and Venezuela.
Beef: Albania, Azerbaijan, Cote d’Ivoire, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica, Senegal, and Uzbekistan.
Pork: Albania, Armenia, Congo (Brazzaville), Gabon, Georgia, Ghana, Jamaica, North
Korea, Kyrgyzstan, Moldova, Switzerland, and Trinidad and Tobago.
Broiler Meat: Bahrain, Georgia, Iran, Jamaica, and Moldova.
PSDs Excluded Beginning in Year 2016:
Pork: Venezuela.
Broiler Meat: Venezuela.
Data Modifications in PSDs for Year Prior to 2014:
Cattle/Beef:
The cattle PSD for the following country is revised for the 2012-2013 period on additional
and/or revised official production data available: Australia.
The beef PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the 2006-
2013 period on additional and/or revised official production and/or stocks data available:
Angola, China, Honduras, Nicaragua, Oman, and Ukraine.
The beef PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the 2006-
2013 period on additional and/or revised official trade data available: China, Costa Rica, El
Salvador, European Union, Gabon, Israel, Malaysia, South Africa, and Venezuela.
Swine/Pork:
The swine PSDs for the following countries are revised for 2013 on additional and/or revised
official production and/or stocks data available: Australia, Brazil, China, European Union,
Japan, and Ukraine.
The pork PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the 1999-
2013 period due to additional and/or revised official production and/or stocks data:
Australia, China, European Union, Japan, South Korea, and Ukraine.
The pork PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the 2011-
2013 period due to additional and/or revised official trade data: Angola, Bahamas, Bosnia
and Herzegovina, Brazil, China, European Union, Kazakhstan, Montenegro, Philippines,
Serbia, South Africa, and Ukraine.
Broiler Meat:
The broiler meat PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the
2006-2013 period on additional and/or revised official production and/or stocks data
available: Philippines and Turkey.
The broiler meat PSDs for the following countries are revised for particular years during the
2008-2013 period on additional and/or revised official trade data available: Gabon and
Russia.
Assumptions
Diseases: Forecast reflects disease (avian influenza, bovine spongiform encephalopathy,
etc.) policies and restrictions in place as of April 12, 2016 and assumes their continuation.
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Conversion Rates
Beef &Veal Pork
Conversion Rate 1.40 1.30
HS Codes Fresh/Chilled: 0201
Frozen: 0202
Processed: 021020 & 160250
Fresh/Chilled: 020311, 020312, 020319
Frozen: 020321, 020322, 020329
Processed: 021011, 021012, 021019, 160241, 160242, 160249
Broiler Meat Turkey Meat
Conversion Rate 1 1
HS Codes Fresh/Chilled: 0207.11, 0207.13
Frozen: 0207.12, 0207.14
Processed: 1602.32
Fresh/Chilled: 0207.24, 0207.26, 0207.32, 0207.34, 0207.35
Frozen: 0207.25, 0207.27, 0207.33, 0207.36
Processed: 1602.31 Note: There are several exceptions by country/product. In general, chicken paws are excluded . Also, beef and veal estimates include meat of
other bovines for certain countries. In particular, Indian estimates include carabeef (water buffalo).
Technical Notes
CWE/PWE: All quantities (beef and pork) noted are in Carcass Weight Equivalent (CWE)
unless otherwise noted as Product Weight Equivalent (PWE). CWE is the weight of an animal
after slaughter and removal of most internal organs, head, and skin. PWE is the actual weight of
the meat product exported.
RTC (Ready-to-Cook): The weight of poultry certified wholesome by inspection after post-
mortem condemnation pounds are removed. Ready-to-cook represents poultry meat ready for
the marketing channel.
FAS Reports from Overseas Offices
The Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade circular is based on post reports submitted
since January 2016 and on available secondary information. The individual country reports can
be obtained on FAS Online at: http://gain.fas.usda.gov/Pages/Default.aspx.
PSD Online
The entire USDA PSD database is available online at: http://www.fas.usda.gov/psdonline.
Additional Resources
Please refer to the USDA-FAS Dairy, Livestock and Poultry website at:
http://www.fas.usda.gov/commodities/livestock-and-meats for additional data and analysis.
Situation and outlook information on U.S. livestock and poultry can be obtained from the
USDA-Economic Research Service at: http://www.ers.usda.gov/publications/ldpm-livestock,-
dairy,-and-poultry-outlook/.
Future Releases and Contact Information
Please visit http://www.fas.usda.gov/data/livestock-and-poultry-world-markets-and-trade to view
archived and future releases. The next release of this circular will be in October 2016.
To receive the circular via email, go to:
https://public.govdelivery.com/accounts/USDAFAS/subscriber/new.
Questions may be directed to the following staff:
Lindsay Kuberka (202) 644-4650 [email protected] Cattle and Beef
Tyler Cozzens (202) 690-2993 [email protected] Swine and Pork
Joanna Hitchner (202) 720-0746 [email protected] Poultry Meat
Claire Mezoughem (202) 720-7715 [email protected] Cross-Commodity Analyst
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