China 2027 beef quota may be filled by April; Abiec urges pacing

Brazil's beef export association Abiec warns that China's 2027 tariff-rate quota could be exhausted by April, prompting calls to pace shipments to avoid a repeat of the 2026 'squeeze'. The quota, with a lower 12% tariff, may see early demand starting November. This signals potential supply chain and pricing implications for beef trade.