Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Egypt ban Brazilian beef

Earlier this month, Brazil reported two atypical cases of BSE (adult cow disease) that triggered an immediate response from its main importer, China. It has been two weeks since beef exports to China were paralyzed and, despite the confidence of Brazilian authorities in the resumption of trade, the situation is getting worse. Three other countries have placed a similar ban on Brazilian beef - Indonesia, Saudi Arabia and Egypt -, a fact that complicates the situation of the world's largest beef exporter. China accounts for 48% of Brazilian beef exports, with a monthly volume of 90,000 tonnes reported for July, so weekly losses could reach nearly 30,000 tonnes, according to meat industry analyst Simon Quilty, consulted by ABC Network. The dispute is focused on certification and shipment dates (September 3-9) and could prolong the current situation. Meanwhile, another 7% of the international market went to the Brazilian beef industry, as the three countries mentioned above banned ...