April 2024 marked a significant milestone for Brazil, as beef and by-product exports soared by 80% compared to the same month in 2023. Brazil shipped 252,600 metric tons, making this the third largest monthly volume in almost a decade. This surge resulted in a revenue jump to $433.1 million, an increase of 69% over April […]
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