China has become the world's main importer of donkey meat, with Brazil and Peru being the primary suppliers. This industry offers economic benefits but raises concerns regarding animal welfare and sustainability. The Donkey Sanctuary reports that approximately 5.9 million donkeys are slaughtered annually. In Brazil, donkey meat export relies on wild capture, which is less expensive but threatens donkey survival. Meanwhile, Peru recently signed an agreement with China to export donkey meat and derivatives, aiming to diversify its agricultural sector and provide new markets for producers. However, The Donkey Sanctuary highlights the cruel living conditions of donkeys in farming and the environmental damage caused by their mass slaughter, emphasizing the need for addressing these issues in the growing demand for donkey meat, especially for the production of ejiao, a traditional Chinese remedy.