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Brazil Pushes China to Approve 33 More Meat Plants
Brazil is asking China to approve exports from 33 additional meat facilities as the country looks to expand sales to its biggest trading partner.
Martina Osmak
Director of Marketing
Brazil Expands Export Push in China
Brazilian agriculture officials visited China this week to continue trade discussions with local authorities. The delegation included Brazil’s recently appointed Agriculture Minister, Andre de Paula.
According to Brazilian officials, the country submitted a request covering:
20 beef plants
11 poultry plants
2 pork plants
If approved, the move would increase the number of Brazilian facilities allowed to ship meat products to the Chinese market.
China remains one of the most important destinations for Brazilian meat exports, especially for beef.
Beef Plants Resume Shipments
The latest request comes shortly after China allowed three Brazilian beef plants to restart exports following earlier suspensions in 2025.
One of the facilities cleared to resume shipments belongs to JBS, the world’s largest meat processor. The approved unit is located in Mozarlandia, Brazil.
Brazilian beef industry association Abiec said the decision shows continued confidence in Brazil’s food safety controls and production standards.
China Remains Key Market for Brazilian Meat
Brazil is currently the world’s largest exporter of beef and chicken meat. The country is also one of the leading pork suppliers globally.
China plays a major role in that trade. Strong Chinese demand has helped support Brazilian meat exports in recent years, especially during periods of tight global supply.
For Brazilian exporters, gaining approval for additional plants could help increase shipment capacity and improve access to the Chinese market across multiple protein categories.
Trade Talks Continue
Brazilian and Chinese officials are expected to continue discussions in the coming days as both countries work to strengthen agricultural trade ties.
The request for new plant approvals also reflects growing competition among global meat exporters seeking stronger access to Asian markets.
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