Meat imports hit by rising costs

Meat Importers & Traders Association

MANILA, Philippines — Despite higher imports in the first half of 2026, various market challenges such as weaker consumer demand, port congestion and a weaker peso could affect imports in the coming months, according to an industry group.

“If you look at the month-on-month, year-on-year, it looks that way,” Meat Importers and Traders Association (MITA) president emeritus Jesus Cham said in an interview when asked if imports are on track to reach a record high this year.

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Meat imports hit by rising costs

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