Australia has lifted its restrictions on US beef imports following a thorough science and risk-based assessment. Agriculture Minister Julie Collins stated that the risks associated with US beef are effectively managed. Historically, Australia has maintained stringent biosecurity measures, banning beef from cattle raised in Canada and Mexico but slaughtered in the US. The decision may lead to minimal impact on the market, as Australia exports a significant amount of beef to the US while consuming little in return. Recent government statistics noted exports of about 26,000 tonnes of beef and veal to the US.
Australia has lifted tough restrictions on US beef imports after rigorous science and risk-based assessments indicated that the risks were being managed effectively on the US side.
Agriculture Minister Julie Collins emphasized that Australia supports open and fair trade, noting that the country's cattle industry has significantly benefited from trading with the US.
Australia has historically maintained strict biosecurity measures, banning beef from cattle raised in Canada and Mexico but slaughtered in the US, to protect its local industry.
Despite lifting restrictions, the potential for large volumes of US beef imports into Australia is minimal, with recent exports to the US being about 26,000 tonnes.
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