Why Does the UK Both Import and Export Meat? 

With the below factsheets we answer this question.

Two way trade is an incredibly important part of the overall meat sector picture but can be misunderstood so we have produce these graphics to explain, in straightforward, graphical terms why import and export both play an important role in balancing the carcase and returns to producers.

Click on the images below to download or view in high-resolution PDF.

BEEF	LAMB
PORK	POULTRY

For further reading on this important and fascinating subject, check out the IMTA Publication 'The Self-Sufficiency Myth', which has just been updated with the latest 2022 trade data.

IMTA Carcass Balance Post Cards 

Members are welcome to use the graphics below to illustrate the importance of 'Why we need both imports and exports' and the 'Self-Suffiency Myth'. 

BEEF

LAMB

PORK

CHICKEN