A USDA report has found that total beef production in the top five beef-producing countries is projected to decrease by 0.4% in 2023, with the largest producers expected to decrease by 1.5%. The United States remains the largest producer, but is projected to see over a 4% drop, while Brazil is expected to grow by 2%. China, the European Union, and Argentina are expected to decrease in volume. Together, these five countries account for 67% of the total beef produced among the largest producing countries.