Phelim O'Neill

Tightening global beef supply

Indications are that beef production has peaked in the major beef exporting countries.

NEWS 1 November 2026

Tightening global beef supply

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Irish share of UK beef imports grew in August

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European car makers face similar problems to beef producers

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UK retail stable for beef but lamb under pressure

UK retail stable for beef but lamb under pressure

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Pigmeat exports slump as beef and dairy rise

Pigmeat exports slump as beef and dairy rise

Pigmeat casts a shadow over otherwise healthy Irish agri-food exports in August.

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Global beef exports to fall 1% in 2027 as Brazilian headwinds mount

Global beef exports to fall 1% in 2027 as Brazilian headwinds mount

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Brazil’s exports slump - but prices keep rising

Brazil’s exports slump - but prices keep rising

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EU membership some way off for Ukraine and UK

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