The director of Faxcarne, Rafael Tardáguila, has reported that there has been a surge in demand for bovine beef in China, which is expected to continue in the post-Chinese New Year period. This is despite economic issues that previously caused a decrease in China's rate of purchasing meat. The World Bank predicts a 4% growth in China's economy in 2023, which is likely to further increase demand. Brazil, the main supplier of meat to the international market, is also expected to increase its supply in 2023. However, the international beef market experienced volatility in 2022 due to high price levels in the first half and a crisis in China's real estate market and "zero Covid" policy in the second half. However, interest in resuming meat purchases from China has recently returned.