The article highlights the extension of the export quota system for bulls and rams in Kazakhstan for another six months. The quota for bulls over 12 months old has been increased by 42% to 85,000 heads, while the quota for rams remains at 120,000. This move is aimed at retaining livestock for slaughter and processing within the country. However, with the lifting of foot-and-mouth disease restrictions by China and the resumption of beef exports, Kazakh livestock exporters are preparing to enter the Chinese market, necessitating the quota increase. Additionally, a meat processing plant in Alashankou, China, is set to purchase 80,000 Kazakh beef cattle annually.