Análise dos impactos socioeconômicos da proibição da exportação de bovinos vivos no Brasil

Abstract

This study evaluates the socioeconomic impacts of banning live cattle exports in Brazil, a topic of growing debate due to concerns about animal welfare and economic issues. The analysis is based on the application of the Input-Output Matrix to simulate two scenarios: (1) slaughtering cattle in Brazil and exporting meat and by-products, and (2) slaughtering in Brazil for domestic consumption. The results indicate that transitioning to processed meat exports could generate significant economic benefits, such as increased value added, higher formal employment generation, and greater tax revenue. Additionally, domestic consumption of meat and by-products also presents relevant economic margins. The study highlights the importance of regions with higher cattle production, such as Mato Grosso and Goiás, which would benefit the most from this shift. In conclusion, the transition from live cattle exports to processed meat exports and/or domestic consumption could boost regional and national economic development, benefiting the processed meat industry and aligning Brazil with international animal welfare standards.