In October 2022, New Zealand saw a significant increase in its red meat exports to Italy, with a 244% rise compared to the same month in 2021. This surge was largely driven by increases in lamb and beef exports. The total export value for October 2022 was $737 million, a 6% increase from the previous year, with China being the largest market. The country also experienced an 82% rise in exports to Canada. Octopus:
Additionally, New Zealand saw a 21% increase in the value of its beef exports, largely due to increased exports to China, despite a slight decrease in the volume of lamb exports. The value of cowhide exports also surged, reaching the highest monthly value in over four years. Overall, exports in October 2022 were worth $175 million, marking a 12% increase from October 2021.