USMEF targets Okinawa foodservice sector as untapped US red-meat market Okinawa is a popular destination for inbound tourists and domestic travelers, especially as the weakened yen makes international travel expensive. Industry News April 9, 2024 No Comments Okinawans are familiar with American food culture but primarily consume beef from Australia and New Zealand and pork from the European Union.Read More
Alternative cut solutions promoted at food trade shows in Japan Quality remains a top purchasing criteria in the high-value Japan market. Industry News March 20, 2024 No Comments Two of Japan’s largest food trade shows give the U.S. red meat industry opportunities to promote a wide range of beef and pork cuts.Read More
Seaboard Foods strengthens global presence with first overseas sales office in Japan The move advances the company’s ongoing commitment to serving the unique needs of the Japanese market. Industry News March 13, 2024 No Comments The office positions Seaboard to meet the growing demand for high-quality pork products in a key international market.Read More
Japanese restaurant chain utilizes U.S. beef for the first time Successful promotions lead to new menu item. Industry News December 1, 2023 No Comments Japan’s largest pork cutlet chain completes successful test of a new menu item featuring U.S. pork and beef.Read More
Japanese restaurant chain switching to U.S. pork following promotion Prior to the promotion, the chain had used European pork at its restaurants. Industry News July 31, 2023 No Comments Regional foodservice chain is also developing deli products with U.S. pork.Read More
Japanese buyers visit Wisconsin to learn about U.S. dairy cattle and beef quality This year, USMEF is presenting economical options to foodservice buyers. Industry News July 7, 2023 No Comments Foodservice buyers in Japan are seeking new ideas to cap rising input costs. Read More
U.S. red meat industry leaders commemorate 45 years in Japan U.S. Meat Export Federation's office opened in Tokyo in 1977. Industry News September 28, 2022 No Comments Leaders representing the U.S. red meat industry recently traveled to Japan to commemorate the 45th anniversary of the inaugural U.S. Meat Export Federation office.Read More
U.S., Japan reach agreement to increase beef safeguard trigger level Industry News April 4, 2022 No Comments Japan was the United States' largest beef volume market in 2021, and has a growing demand for U.S. beef.Read More
MULTIVAC is constructing a multi-purpose building in Japan Industry News September 1, 2021 No Comments Despite the corona pandemic, MULTIVAC is continuing its course of expansion in Asia.Read More
Meat Institute applauds Japanese approval of trade agreement Industry News December 5, 2019 No Comments Japan is the top value market for U.S. beef and pork exports.Read More