Red Meat Processing and Export Primed to Tackle Trade Change

Red Meat Processing and Export Primed to Tackle Trade Change

GLOBAL trade as we know it has changed but the red meat sector is well prepared to navigate future uncertainty.

From US tariffs to recommencing the EU Free Trade Agreement talks and navigating the complexities of animal welfare regulations – with change comes opportunities.

These were the key messages shared by global experts to the 350 delegates from across Australia’s red meat supply chain at the Australian Meat Industry Council’s (AMIC) Meat Processing and Export Conference (MPEC).

AMIC Chief Executive Tim Ryan said MPEC was the ideal opportunity for the industry to come together to hear from experts about the best way to navigate huge global trade shifts.

“The world is changing in front of us at a dramatic pace, MPEC could not have been more timely for us as an industry to get together and discuss how we navigate an operating environment that is vastly different from what we have been used to,” he said.

“The discussions today reinforced how prepared our industry is to tackle the unknown. “Our red meat sector – worth a staggering $21 billion last year – has one of the most diversified customer bases in the world. Our vital global relationships will be crucial in navigating evolving trade patterns and changes to geopolitical relationships.”

“We have proven to be a dynamic and flexible industry and we work collaboratively with the entire supply chain, governments and our global customers.

“Our industry is well positioned to navigate the monumental challenges and shifts in front of us. There is a lot at stake, but through disruption there will always be opportunity. AMIC promotes and protects the profitability, reputation and investments of our meat processing and export members and will continue to lead the sector’s clear united voice.”