Events

USMEF took part in International Food Trade Show Gulfood-2025 in Dubai

The United States Meat Export Federation (USMEF) took part in the exhibition jointly with its members - producers and traders of…

USMEF Statement on Brooke Rollins Confirmation

USMEF congratulates Secretary Rollins on her confirmation

Beef Export Value Trends Higher in 2024

Beef export value climbed 5% from 2023 despite a slight decrease in volume as unit export values were record high

USMEF Studies the Red Meat Supply Chain in Peru’s Wet Markets

The research into Lima’s wet markets aims to build on a USMEF campaign to promote nutrient-rich U.S. red meat products for…

Great American Texas Barbecue Celebrated with Foodservice Sector in Hong Kong

The Great American Texas Barbecue was hosted by the U.S. Agricultural Trade Office in Hong Kong, Texas Beef Council and USMEF

The American Beef E-commerce sales promo via Jiraffa platform in Kazakhstan

American Beef E-commerce sales promo via Jiraffa platform in Kazakhstan has been ended February 7, 2025

American Beef at Meal & Drinks Choice Award in Uzbekistan

USMEF participated as a partner in Gala event of the ninth Meal & Drinks Choice Award 2024 in Tashkent, the capital of…

Armenia granted a quota for Importing 9.5 thousand tons of beef and veal in 2025

According to the EEC's decision, the import tariff quotas for Armenia in 2025 is 9.5 thousand tons of beef

USMEF is holding an American beef retail promo at Galmart, Tashkent

The United States Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is holding the U.S. Beef retail promo in Tashkent, the capital of Uzbekistan

Regional Training Aims to Capitalize on Export Potential in Latin America

To meet demand growth in Latin America, USMEF is ramping up educational and promotional efforts in the region and investing in…

Invitation to the International Food Trade Show Gulfood-2025 in Dubai

U.S. meat producers and exporters will be glad to meet you at USMEF booth 4-26 in Pavillion 4

USMEF Explores Market Potential in Morocco During USDA Trade Mission

USMEF was among the 50 ag companies and organizations that recently visited Morocco during a trade mission hosted by USDA

USMEF Statement on East/Gulf Coast Port Labor Contract Agreement

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and United States Maritime Alliance (USMX) announced that they have reached a…

Robust Red Meat Exports in November

U.S. beef shipments increased substantially from November 2023

U.S. Steak Quality - Beef and Pork - Featured at Consumer testing Event in Korea

USMEF held a consumer participation event called the U.S. Steak Ability Test (USSAT)

Training Program Aims to Grow U.S. Beef and Pork’s Presence in Indonesia

The ASEAN American Epicurean Table program delivers customized training and promotional programs for targeted importers and…

Seminars Aim to Expand Costco’s Sales of U.S. Beef, Pork to Foodservice Clientele in Mexico

USMEF recently held training seminars for sales personnel of Costco outlets in Mexico City, Guadalajara and Monterrey on the…

American Beef Classes at XIV International Gastronomic Festival “DelaRuk-2024”

The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) held workshops on American beef at the XIV Delaruk 2024 International Gastronomic…

American BBQ Reception at FoodExpo Qazaqstan 2024

American BBQ reception at Food Expo Qazaqstan 2024 was held at Grimbergen Pub, Almaty, in honor of the USA agricultural…

USMEF Partners with Sam’s Club on U.S. Beef Training and Promotion in China

USMEF partners with Sam’s Club outlets on unique promotions that introduce the freshness, quality and superior taste of U.S.…

Culinary Training Programs for U.S. Beef and Pork Continue at Caribbean Event

Американская Федерация по экспорту мяса (USMEF) и компания Gudfood приглашают вас на праздничный ланч и презентацию американской…

October Red Meat Exports Above Year-Ago Levels

October beef exports totaled 105,269 metric tons (mt), up 1% from a year ago, while value increased 3% to $860.4 million

Festive lunch and gastro presentation with American beef took place in Azerbaijan

USMEF partnered with Gudfood held a festive lunch and presentation of American beef (premium and alternative cuts) for…

Happy Thanksgiving-2024

we wish you a day brimming with good food

Festal Lunch and Gastro Presentation with American Beef in Azerbaijan

USMEF and Gudfood Сomрапу, Azerbaijan are honored to invite you to а Festal Lunch and Gastro Presentation with American Beef

ASEAN Customers Study American Beef and Pork in Trend-setting Korea

To expand the range of American beef and pork cuts in the ASEAN, USMEF led retail and foodservice teams to Korea to study how…

USMEF Program Connects Importer/Distributors to End-users in Peru, Chile

Two recent events in Lima, Peru, and Santiago, Chile, attracted 13 importer/distributors and more than 275 restaurant owners,…

Food Expo Qazaqstan 2024 International Trade Show

USMEF negotiated with Colibri and Galmart retailers to discuss further cooperation in American red meat promotions in Kazakhstan…

November is National Roasting Month

American red meats are great for a myriad of roasting recipes

American Beef Steaks retail promo in Ukraine

The American Meat Export Federation (USMEF) held a retail promotion for the sale of American Beef Steaks in Ukraine's largest…

September Red Meat Exports Above Year-Ago

Exports of U.S. beef totaled 103,980 mt in September, up 5% year-over-year, while export value climbed 6% to $843.8 million

American Beef E-commerce sales promo in Republic of Georgia

The second promo event for the sale of American beef in Georgia was conducted in Georgia via Wolt delivery platform

American Beef Weeks at Gastronome, Tbilisi

USMEF conducted Weeks of American beef in eight outlets of the Gastronome retail chain in Tbilisi and Tskhneti, Republic of…

Invitation to the International Trade Show Food Expo Qazaqstan 2024

We are inviting you to visit USMEF booth 11-456 at Food Expo Qazaqstan 2024 Trade Show

New Initiative Underway to Develop Japanese Market for U.S. Beef Brisket

The growing global popularity of barbecuing may now be taking root in Japan, USMEF began meeting with exporter members and…

Strong Turnout for U.S. Red Meat Industry at Global Food Trade Show in Europe

SIAL Paris, one of the world’s largest food trade shows, drew an estimated 285,000 professionals from more than 100 countries…

Chef Team from Hong Kong and Taiwan Studies U.S. Beef Quality, Culture

USMEF recently brought a team of six chefs, an importer and a food processor from Taiwan and Hong Kong to the United States

Trade Teams from Latin America Join USMEF for Regional Food Trade Show

USMEF accompanied 27 buyers from Central America, Colombia, Mexico, Peru/Chile and Cuba to the Americas Food & Beverage Show in…

August Beef Exports Trend Lower

Through the first eight months of the year, beef exports were 3% below last year at 856,834 mt, but were 4% higher in value at…

Workshops to Expand Range of U.S. Beef and Pork Cuts in Japan’s Foodservice Sector

USMEF is advancing efforts to introduce new ideas for U.S. beef and pork cuts and variety meats to Japanese distributors

USMEF Statement on East and Gulf Coast Port Announcement

Strikes at ports on the East Coast of the United States and the Gulf Coast have been suspended until January 15, 2025

Invitation to the SIAL International Trade Show 2024 in France

Explore the latest trends and innovations in the U.S. red meat industry

USMEF Statement on Colombia Fully Reopening to U.S. Beef

USMEF вместе с более чем 175 сельскохозяйственными и бизнес-организациями призвали Белый дом взаимодействовать с Международной…

Port Strikes Will Have a Significant Impact on Meat Exports

USMEF, along with over 175 agricultural and business organizations, has urged the White House to engage with the International…

Producer Leaders Explore Opportunities for U.S. Red Meat in Japan

U.S. producers and other agricultural leaders were in Japan last week as USMEF’s Heartland Team studied the market and explored…

Industry Matchmaking Efforts Broaden at WOFEX in the Philippines

The Philippines’ largest food trade show was a next step in connecting buyers with U.S. suppliers in this rapidly evolving…

Kazakh agricultural producers are ready to supply up to 30 thousand tons of beef and lamb to Iraq

Kazakhstan is ready to strengthen ties in the agro-industrial complex with Iraq.

Kyrgyzstan produces 230,000 tons of meat in 8 months

Since the beginning of 2024, Kyrgyzstan has provided 79% of the population's meat needs

Momentum Continues for U.S. Beef Exports

Exports of U.S. beef continued to build momentum in July, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat…

U.S. Beef Masterclasses Focus on Alternative Cuts in Eastern Europe

USMEF partnered with a major European distributor to introduce and promote the quality and versatility of alternative U.S. beef…

USMEF Seminars Seek to Ease Red Meat Trade Obstacles in Colombia

USMEF partnered with USDA and the U.S. Embassy on seminars about technical trade barriers with Colombian import officials in…

Azerbaijan buys Ukrainian frozen beef more than other countries

The main buyer of Ukrainian frozen beef during the seven months of 2024 were Azerbaijan (37.6%)

USMEF Chair Sees Potential for U.S. Red Meat in Indonesia

USMEF Chair Randy Spronk joined a team of representatives from the Indiana Soybean Alliance (ISA) to meet with prospective…

USMEF Event Brings U.S. Suppliers and Buyers Together in the Philippines

Philippine importers and USMEF member suppliers discuss market and trade opportunities at the USMEF Conference and Product…

The American Beef Festival in Aktau finished

The annual American Beef Festival was held in three Aktau restaurants - Black Thai, CARAT and La Primo

Florida sued for banning lab-grown meat

Legislation signed by Governor Ron Desantis in May prohibits the sale of farmed meat.

Beef Export Value Climbs in June

June exports of U.S. beef reached the highest value in nearly two years, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the…

Purchasing Managers from Sam’s Clubs in China Study Korea’s Retail Market

As part of USMEF’s training program for Sam’s Club, a team of purchasing managers traveled to Korea to study merchandising,…

USMEF Statement on Regional Agricultural Promotion Program Notice of Funding Opportunity

Deputy U.S. Agriculture Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announced a Notice of Funding Opportunity for the second tranche of…

FAO Food Price Index marginally declines in July

The FAO Meat Price Index averaged 119.5 points in July, up 1.5 points (1.2 percent) from June, standing 1.0 points (0.8 percent)…

American Beef Festival in CARAT Restaurant and Bar: BBQ & Grill menu

The CARAT Restaurant and Bar has created a special BBQ & Grill menu for the annual American Beef Festival in Kazakhstan

American Beef Festival in La Primo Restaurant and Bar: Turf & Surf menu

The La Primo Restaurant and Bar has created a special Turf & Surf menu for the annual American Beef Festival in Kazakhstan

American Beef Festival in Black Thai: Asian-style menu

The Black Thai Restaurant and Bar has created a special Asian-style menu for the annual American Beef Festival in Kazakhstan

Annual American Beef Festival in three new restaurants of Aktau Kazakhstan

Annual American Beef Festival in three new restaurants of Aktau Kazakhstan on July 25 - August 10

USMEF Holds “Business Match” Networking Event for the Colombian Trade

USMEF recently held the third edition of “MEAT IN” CALI 2024, a networking event for importers and potential customers in Cali,…

American Red Meat Industry Kicks Off SIAL China with an American Barbecue

Барбекю из американского красного мяса стало разогревающим мероприятием на одной из крупнейших в мире гастрономических выставок

May Beef Export Value Highest in 11 Months

The value of U.S. beef exports topped $900 million in May, the highest since June 2023

FAO Food Price Index Remains Steady in June

The meat price index averaged 116.9 points in June

China: Beef prices have fallen to a five-year low

Recently, there has been an interesting trend in the Chinese beef market: prices have fallen to a five-year low

The number of cattle in Kazakhstan decreased by almost 2 million heads: the Ministry of Agriculture updated the data

The Ministry of Agriculture announced new data on the production of meat, milk, poultry and livestock. After updating the data,…