Global Beef Prices to Rise as Supply Shrinks in 2026

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Brazil's cattle herd is shrinking as ranchers hold back female cattle to rebuild herds, leading to a projected 5-6% decline in beef output next year, which could push global beef prices higher and impact affordability worldwide, especially in the US where prices are already high.
Topics:world#beef-prices#brazil-cattle-supply#business#export-forecasts#global-beef-market#herd-rebuilding
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