1.1 Which country had the highest exportation of beef in 2016? 6.1.2 Quote evidence from the extract that suggests that the beef industry is growing in South Africa. 6.1.3 Explain the factors preventing South Africa from being competitive with other top beef exporters.

6.1.1)
Brazil had the highest exportation of beef in 2016.

6.1.2)
"In 2016 South Africa became a net red meat exporter for the first time, supplying mainly the cheap beef market."

6.1.3)
South Africa is prevented from being competitive due to two main factors:

• The industry's historical focus on exporting only cheap beef, which makes it vulnerable to shocks and reduces profits.
• The current high beef price in South Africa, which makes it difficult to compete with other top beef exporters like Brazil.