The Brazilian Association of Refrigerators (Abrafrigo) reported a slight decrease in the volume and a notable drop in the value of Brazilian beef exports for the first half of 2023. Compared to the corresponding period in 2022, exports fell by 1%, from 1,085,595 tons to 1,076,780 tons. The value of these exports saw a 21% […]
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