Beef Imports in the U.S. in 2024: A Comprehensive Analysis
Welcome to our blog post where we delve into the details of beef imports in the United States for the year 2024. Let's start by answering some fundamental questions about this essential product.
1. How many Beefs were imported to the U.S. in 2024?
The total weight of beef imported into the U.S. in 2024 was approximately 1,133,492,915.018 kg. This substantial amount of beef came in through a total of 90,376.639 TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units).
2. Which countries export the most Beefs to the U.S?
Top Countries and their Loading Ports
| Country | Number of Shipments | Notable Ports |
|---|---|---|
| AU, Australia | 18,718 | Melbourne (5,363), Puerto Manzanillo (2,798), Sydney (2,769) |
| NZ, New Zealand | 9,795 | Tauranga (6,030), Puerto Manzanillo (1,917), Port Chalmers (970) |
| BR, Brazil | 8,690 | Sao Paulo (3,030), Cartagena (1,056), Salvador (796) |
| UY, Uruguay | 3,562 | Sao Paulo (1,185), Montevideo (363), Cristobal (315) |
| AR, Argentina | 1,362 | Buenos Aires (695), Port Bustamante (211), Cartagena (146) |
3. Who are the top Beef exporters to the U.S?
The top five beef exporters to the United States in 2024 were:
- JBS S/A – 3,686 Shipments
- TEYS AUSTRALIA PTY LTD – 3,658 Shipments
- JBS AUSTRALIA PTY – 2,796 Shipments
- SILVER FERN FARMS LIMITED – 2,755 Shipments
- MINERVA S A – 2,534 Shipments
4. Who are the top Beef importers to the U.S?
The top five beef importers to the United States in 2024 were:
- JBS USA FOOD COMPANY – 3,910 Shipments
- MINERVA MEATS USA INC – 3,500 Shipments
- WILD BULL SERVICES INC – 3,365 Shipments
- TEYS USA INC – 2,296 Shipments
- GURRENTZ INTERNATIONAL CORP – 2,095 Shipments