In 2020, beef exports from Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and other countries reached record levels, with China being a major recipient. Brazil exported over 2 million tons of beef, primarily to China, generating revenue of over $6.7 billion. Argentina exported 900,000 tons of beef, mostly to China, generating revenue of $2.7 billion. Uruguay exported over 276,000 tons of meat, generating revenue of over $1.29 billion, with meat and its by-products being the country's main export.