Understanding Mexican Meat Consumption and Imports at the Table Cut Level

摘要

Current and forecasted Mexican meat consumption and imports are estimated at the table cut level of disaggregation. Unlike previous studies, this study uses adult equivalence scales, a price imputation approach, a consistent censored demand system, and estimation techniques from stratified sampling theory to provide an analysis of current and future trends of table cuts of meats. The results indicate that most Mexican consumption and imports of table cuts of meats grow at different rates. In addition, Mexico seems to be following the U.S. preferences for beef cuts, but not for chicken cuts. The study can be used by U.S. and Canadian meat exporters to forecast future exports to Mexico, conduct long-term investment decisions in the meat industry, or identify likely trends in consumption and trade of specific table cuts of meats.