On September 22, 2016 the United States Department of Agriculture (UDSA) announced that China has lifted its thirteen year ban on U.S. beef imports after completing a U.S. supply system review.

Further steps will be taken by both the U.S. and China to restore market access for U.S. beef and beef products. In a statement by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, he states, “We look forward to prompt engagement by the relevant authorities for further technical discussions on the specific conditions that will allow trade to resume.”

The full USDA article can be accessed here