Australian red meat exports surge in 2024
06/12/2024
Beef exports in November rose 27% year-on-year to 118,878 tonnes, driven by a 79% increase to the US (35,026 tonnes). Exports to South Korea increased 5% to 19,001 tonnes, while shipments to Japan fell 2% to 17,515 tonnes, and exports to China held steady at 16,336 tonnes. Year-to-date beef exports reached 1.216 million tonnes, 25% higher than 2023, putting 2024 on track for a record year.
Sheepmeat exports also reached unprecedented levels. Lamb exports fell 9% year-on-year to 27,183 tonnes, while mutton exports rose 42% to 28,249 tonnes, with China receiving over half of mutton shipments. Year-to-date lamb and mutton exports have already surpassed previous annual records.
The data reflects sustained demand in key markets and robust export performance.
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