April 2024 was a historic milestone in beef exports for Brazil having shipped 236,842 tons, generating revenues totaling US$ 1.043 billion, points out Agrilink. Leading the list was China, trailed closely by the United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong, which experienced a substantial 38.9% surge in imports compared to March 2024, driven by increased demand for beef offal.
Political pressure to push the EU-Mercosur trade deal over the finish line after years of negotiations is high. Some see chances, while others fear consequences. DW met cattle breeders in Brazil and Belgium.
Political pressure to push the EU-Mercosur trade deal over the finish line after years of negotiations is high. 🌎 EU-Mercosur Trade Deal: A Tale of Two Cattle Breeders.
Mon 12 Apr 2021 02.00 EDT
The health of hundreds of thousands of meat plant workers in Brazil is at risk from an industry-backed plan to reduce breaks given to employees, say workersâ rights groups in the country.
In the midst of a pandemic that has claimed the lives of more than 350,000 Brazilians, President Jair Bolsonaroâs government, parliament and the meat industry have been pushing for a move to review the laws and regulations protecting workers at slaughter plants.
New rules under discussion would limit the regular breaks given to workers enduring cold temperatures, which labour specialists say helps reduce the potential for injury.