Brazilian eco-watchdogs took action against meat-industry violators in mid-october‚ targeting companies connected to amazon deforestation. The environmental agency hit 23 meat-processing firms with fines totaling $64mil for their involvement in forbidden cattle operations
A large-scale check-up (named cold meat 2) tracked cattle movement across restricted amazon zones; inspectors found more than 18k animals grazing in no-go areas. The forbidden pastures spread across 260 sq/km of illegally cleared forest land where commercial farming isnt allowed
During on-site visits environmental officers discovered and seized 8‚854 heads of cattle inside these off-limits zones. The operation showed how meat companies dont follow rules about buying animals from approved sources only. The news about penalties came out just last weekend‚ making waves in brazils agricultural sector