Initial negotiations between the U.S. and China regarding beef exports have been favorable, according to a USDA under-secretary for farm and foreign agriculture services. China will accept U.S. fresh, chilled beef products, as well as frozen. However, China will test all beef for residues upon entry, and there will be a distinction between synthetic and naturally occurring hormones. If traces of synthetic hormones are found the meat will be rejected.If traces of a naturally occurring hormone are found, the meat will be rejected if the levels are above those naturally occurring in cattle. China has also agreed to amend their traceability requirements for U.S. beef. Read more at Drovers CattleNetwork…
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