That Sinking Feeling: Proposed Port Fees Threaten U.S. Meat Exports

A new study commissioned by a coalition of agriculture and export groups warns that proposed U.S. port fees targeting Chinese-built or operated cargo ships could deliver a heavy blow to American meat exports, including pork.

8 Apr 2025 4:05 am

USMEF: February Pork and Beef Exports Below Year-Ago

February exports of U.S. pork were moderately lower than a year ago, despite continued success in Mexico and Central America, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). February beef exports were also below last year after trending higher in January, while lamb muscle cut exports posted a year-over-year increase for the fifth consecutive month.

8 Apr 2025 3:57 am