The U.S. is now the top exporter of frozen beef to China, overtaking Australia as the main supplier.
According to a report in the South China Morning Post,Australia’s exports have declined since April. There have been tnesions between Canberra and Beijing owint to a trade dispute.
In May, the U.S. shipped US $90 million of frozen beef to China, compared to Australia’s US $47 million. By July, U.S. exports hit US $107 million, while Australia’s shipments fell to $35 million. Australia is still the biggest supplier of chilled beef to China.