Britain increased beef exports and imports in October, but they are still below 2022 levels.

Additionally, UK beef imports in October 2023 totalled 19,638 tonnes, down 7% on last year but up 7% on September, with some shortages in the domestic supply chain likely to encourage higher imports to meet seasonal demand later in the year.

Overall, EXPORT volumes remained below 2022 levels, likely limited by lower production and high UK cattle prices , while import volumes were also below previous years but up slightly compared with September.

According to HMRC data, UK fresh and frozen beef exports increased by 17% month-on-month in October, reaching a total of 9,692 tonnes. This increase followed relatively stable exports recorded during the first three quarters of 2023. However, export volumes remained below 2022 levels throughout the year. Annual export volumes in October were 422 tonnes (-4%) below 2022 levels.