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Shufersal Begins Direct Meat Imports from South America to Reduce Supplier Dependence

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Shufersal Begins Direct Meat Imports from South America to Reduce Supplier Dependence
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First reported by Globes · 4 hours ago

What happened

Shufersal will import chilled meat directly from South America to reduce dependence on suppliers like Baladi and Neto, strengthening its supply control. This strategic shift follows the Amir brothers' increased influence in the company and impacts key suppliers, with Baladi's stock falling sharply after the announcement.

  • 01Shufersal starts direct chilled meat imports from South America to reduce supplier reliance.
  • 02Baladi Meat, a major supplier, faces significant impact with sales to Shufersal rising but stock dropping 10%.
  • 03Neto Melinda, former main supplier, continues providing frozen processed meat but lost primary status.
  • 04Amir brothers, holding 24.9% of Shufersal, lead the strategic shift to strengthen supply chain control.
  • 05Shufersal replaces its private label with multiple brands to encourage consumer purchases.
  • 06New meat imports expected in Shufersal stores within weeks.

Summary translated & synthesized from the sources below by baba. Read each original for the full report.

Full coverage · 2 outlets

The same event, reported separately by each newsroom. Open a few to compare what each emphasizes — and what they leave out.

CalcalistUnrated · Hebrew2 hours ago
Shufersal Begins Direct Meat Imports from South America to Reduce Supplier Dependence
GlobesUnrated · Hebrew4 hours ago
Shufersal Moves to Direct Beef Imports, Cutting Out Major Importers Baladi and Neto

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