07 Jan 2026
Australian Beef Exporters Rethink Strategy After China Beef Quotas
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Australian Beef Exports Threatened by New Chinese Trade Restrictions
The Australian beef industry is facing the potential loss of A$1 billion in exports due to new global safeguard measures announced by China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM ). The measures, which are applicable to all nations, follow a year-long investigation and are seen by Australian industry bodies as an unwarranted and disappointing development.
Cattle Australia has expressed its belief that the decision will unfairly disadvantage Australian beef producers, who have a long-standing and trusted trade relationship with China.
The organisation has also pointed out that while Australia accounts for only 8% of China’s beef imports, other countries, particularly from South America, have significantly increased their export volumes at lower prices.
Source: Cattle Australia | 07/01/2026