Brazilian meat exporters are poised to significantly expand their presence in the Philippine market this year, thanks to enhanced access and system accreditation from the Philippine government. This development is expected to greatly boost meat exports.
The markets director of the Brazilian Association of Animal Protein announced on Monday that the system accreditation from the Philippine government enables more Brazilian exporters to meet the increasing demand for meat products in the Philippines.
“The Philippines now has more options for providers beyond those exporting from Santa Catarina state, allowing other Brazilian provinces to export to the Philippines,” he mentioned during a press conference with foreign journalists ahead of SIAVS 2024, Brazil's largest animal protein meeting. “This enhances competitiveness, and we have high expectations,” he added.
In March, the Brazilian government announced a successful system accreditation and prelisting establishment agreement with authorities in Manila. This agreement allows all qualified Brazilian companies to apply for accreditation to export meat, provided they meet the standards of the Federal Inspection System, ensuring the quality of meat for both local and international markets.
With this new arrangement, Philippine authorities will focus on validating the overall system rather than evaluating individual plants and documents, significantly streamlining the process.
Moreover, Brazilian exporters are prepared to address any supply gaps caused by the prevalence of African swine fever, which has affected the global meat industry. Since the outbreak in 2019, the disease has impacted 74 out of 82 provinces in the Philippines, with the hog industry experiencing losses estimated at over P200 billion.
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