The international trade in beef for 2000 was over $30 billion and represented only 23 percent of world beef production.

The real crunch in top-quality beef started a few weeks ago.

Stir in beef, bring to a slow simmer, and cook 30 minutes.

At first, they simply dismissed public concern or proclaimed their faith in British beef.

Drug residues found in beef and poultry continue to decline.

So far, much of the action appears to be in beef.

And there isn't much profit anymore in beef either.

The only responsible way to resume international trade in beef is to ensure the health of the cattle.

The issue of hormones in beef is not completely settled, even if promising negotiations have been started.

This will help to win back the confidence of Europe's citizens in beef.