These are the more than 18 countries where Colombian meat arrives and the Petro government seeks to discourage it
In the last address, President Gustavo Petro expressed his intention to discourage Colombian meat exports, in order to lower prices and avoid an increase in inflation. This measure could have effects on the trade balance, as Colombian livestock takes its products to markets in America, Asia, and Africa.
TL;DR
- Colombian beef is exported to over 18 countries in Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
- President Gustavo Petro plans to discourage meat exports to lower domestic prices and combat inflation.
- In 2025, beef exports generated $160.9 million, and live animals added $178 million.
- China is the largest buyer of Colombian meat, contributing $91.7 million in 2025.
- Industry groups question Petro's initiative, stating that only 4% of Colombian beef is exported and internal prices depend on other factors.