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American beef still stalled in China, but a new powerhouse market is emerging
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
U.S. beef exports have faced ongoing challenges with China's market access restrictions, limiting growth despite a slight increase in shipments. However, strong demand in Taiwan and South Korea has driven overall export growth in August 2026, making these markets new key opportunities for U.S. beef producers.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Foodtech, and 2 sources have reported it between 15 Oct 2026 and 16 Oct 2026.
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You must shift focus from China due to stalled market access and leverage surging demand in Taiwan and South Korea to sustain and grow U.S. beef exports. These markets now represent your primary opportunity and customer base in Asia-Pacific.
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2 sources · first reported 15 Oct 2026 · latest 16 Oct 2026
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