The United States is the world's largest consumer of meat, with an average intake of 129.3 kilos per person, followed by Argentina, Australia, Uruguay, Brazil, and China. The USDA anticipates a slight rise in meat exports from Mercosur and Australia by 2024, while exports from the US and Europe are predicted to decline. Despite these changes, global beef production and trade are projected to grow by 1.3% in 2024. However, this growth is slower compared to poultry, pork, and aquaculture.