Karan Beef Resumes Exports After Year-Long Hiatus Due to FMD Disruptions
Karan Beef, a major player in South Africa's beef industry, has resumed its beef exports after a hiatus of more than a year. This development comes as the company successfully loaded its first export container destined for Jordan. The resumption of exports marks a significant recovery milestone for the industry, which had been severely impacted by foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) outbreaks. The national vaccination program played a crucial role in enabling this recovery, as highlighted by Matthew Karan of Karan Beef. The company had previously exported to over 14 markets across Africa, the Middle East, and Asia, but faced restrictions due to FMD. The vaccination efforts have been pivotal in restoring market access and rebuilding international confidence in South African beef. 
