These results pushed first-quarter exports to Taiwan 1% above last year’s pace at 12,212 mt, while export value climbed 11% to $147.6 million. The US is the dominant supplier of high-value chilled beef in Taiwan, capturing 72% of the chilled import market. Coming off a record year in 2024, beef exports to Central America continue to gain momentum. First-quarter exports were 5% above last year at 6,018 mt, with exports to Costa Rica and Panama on a record pace. Value climbed an impressive 24% to $52.5 million, led by a record value pace in Guatemala, Panama, Costa Rica and Honduras.