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Eric Rivero, Agricultural Advisor to the Executive Branch. (Photo: Digega)
Santo Domingo.- The Dominican Republic continues to strengthen its international presence in the beef market, with recent exports to El Salvador and Guyana after the successful entry into the US market in 2022.
Eric Rivero, Agricultural Advisor to the Executive Branch, emphasized the government's commitment to promoting national production and strengthening the country's livestock sector. “These achievements not only guarantee our food self-sufficiency but also generate foreign exchange and position our livestock industry as globally competitive,” said Rivero.
The re-entry to the US market marked an important milestone for the Dominican beef industry. After years of restrictions due to health and safety standards, the United States Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) approved the export of raw beef and meat products from the Dominican Republic.
In the last two years, the country has exported more than $14 million worth of beef to the United States. This success is attributed to the efforts of four to six certified slaughterhouses that meet strict quality standards.
The expansion into El Salvador and Guyana represents an important step in the diversification of the country's export markets. Rivero highlighted the importance of complying with international standards and continually improving production processes. “These new markets present both challenges and opportunities,” he noted. “We must strive to maintain our high standards and adapt to changing market demands.”
The Dominican Republic beef industry is poised for further growth and development. By focusing on quality, sustainability and market diversification, the country aims to solidify its position as a reliable supplier of meat products to the global market.