The US Federal Register notification allocating 13k beef quota for UK exporters has now been published, enabling the US reciprocal quota for UK beef to come into force on 1 January 2026.
The UK-USA Economic Prosperity Deal was agreed in May 2025.
US continue to push for access
NFU President Tom Bradshaw said: “While this is undoubtedly good news, trade talks continue with the US pushing for even greater access to our market for their agricultural produce.
“We have been clear that British agriculture has nothing left to give. So far, our government has stood firm, safeguarding our most sensitive farming sectors and upholding our high animal welfare, environmental and food safety standards. With the recently published Animal Health and Welfare Strategy looking to implement ever higher domestic standards, it would be irresponsible if the government does not take agriculture off the negotiating table.”