Constant COVID-19 lockdowns have caused global supply chain dysfunction.

Trade taken aback by unexpectedly lower USDA estimates.

With ample protein supply, consumers’ choices in 2023 will depend on multiple factors.

The industry is showing signs of a potential cool down after fallout from HPAI for much of 2022.

Beef export value set a full-year record of nearly $11 billion.

The agency expects livestock, poultry exports to rise.

USMEF and the USAPEEC received funding through two USDA programs.

Rising input costs, labor challenges, animal disease are among looming headwinds.

Meat and poultry consumption will likely be flat in the coming year.

Legally prohibited from striking, rail workers remain disgruntled.