China made the largest purchases so far in 2025 and raised its share to nearly 71% in May

China, Argentina’s main beef export market, increased its purchases in May. With around 38,100 tons shipped, including 13,600 tons of bone-in beef and bones from deboning and 24,500 tons of boneless beef, it recorded its highest monthly volume of 2025 and came closest to 2024 levels in the year-on-year comparison. These shipments were worth approximately US$ 145 million.