OTTAWA, ONTARIO – Taiwan recently announced that it would restore full market access for Canadian beef in the next few weeks.

The agreement was announced during the Asia Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) meeting in Detroit, Mich.

Following the announcement, the Canadian Cattle Association (CCA) stated the importance of the partnership with Taiwan.

“Cattle producers are pleased to learn that Taiwan will be lifting the remaining restrictions on Canadian beef,” commented Nathan Phinney, CCA president. “This sends a strong signal in the Indo-Pacific region and our industry is proud to support global food security by producing a sustainable and high-quality product destined for dinner tables around the world.”

The move to regain full access in Taiwan has developed over the last 20 years. 

During 2003, Taiwan started import restrictions on Canadian beef following a case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE). Canada has gained access back over the years and exported beef with a value of C$13.9 million ($10.2 million) to Taiwan in 2022.