Brazilian suppliers could benefit from the Egyptian government’s waiver of tariffs for some dairy products, in addition to those already exempted by the Mercosur-Egypt free trade agreement. Egypt opened its market to Brazilian dairy in 2019. Consumption is increasing.
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Alternative has gained a foothold in the market due to containing less lactose than milk from other animals. A food and beverage consultant points out trends for this product that’s still premium.
Online event brought representatives of the dairy industry of Minas Gerais, Brazil, and identified opportunities for exporting to Egypt. Arab Brazilian Chamber secretary-general participated.
Health certification for the export of livestock from Brazil to the UAE was approved in April. A demand for animals to produce halal meat and milk is expected.
Elected 10 times as the best of Brazil, Laticínio Viçosa’s dulce de leche is adapting to get the international food safety certification. The company started within the Dairy School of the Federal University of Viçosa, Minas Gerais.
IBGE survey also shows a recovery in shrimp farming and a decline in the head of cattle numbers in the country.
In 2017, Brazil’s cattle herd and milk output declined, but the number of birds in the poultry industry rose.
Its first-ever international unit will cover the Middle East and North Africa. By 2020, the cooperative expects to double its sales to Arab countries.
