After more than two decades of restrictions, the Dominican Republic has formalized the reopening of its market for the import of beef and meat products from Canada. The measure, which includes derivatives and offal from cattle of various ages, puts an end to a ban that had been in place since 2003, when the first case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) was detected in Canadian territory.<\/p>\n\n
The announcement was made official this Friday by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). This decision is the result of a rigorous audit process carried out by the General Directorate of Medicines, Food and Health Products (DIGEMAPS) and the General Directorate of Livestock (DIGEGA), which evaluated the food safety and animal health standards of the North American country.<\/p>\n\n
The technical evaluation concluded that the controls applied by Canada guarantee the necessary safety for human consumption. Currently, Canada holds an international classification of negligible risk regarding bovine spongiform encephalopathy, a status that supports its ability to produce and export high-quality meat under strict safety protocols.<\/p>\n\n
The reopening of the Dominican market represents a strategic opportunity for our producers and processors, allowing for the expansion of our operations and the strengthening of trade ties between both nations.<\/p>Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food of Canada<\/cite><\/blockquote>\n\n
Commercial impact and outlook<\/h2>\n\n
With the lifting of restrictions, three Canadian processing plants have received immediate authorization to export their products to Dominican soil. This move is key for Canada’s agri-food sector, which has worked closely with local authorities since 2023 to restore trade access.<\/p>\n\n
The Dominican market has consolidated itself as a destination of high interest for meat exporters globally. For reference, during the year 2025, the country recorded imports of meat products and beef valued at approximately 215 million dollars, which underscores the relevance of diversifying suppliers to meet national demand.<\/p>\n\n
For their part, Canadian authorities have reiterated their commitment to continue working on expanding their agri-food presence in various international markets, consolidating confidence in their inspection and export quality processes.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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