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Wagyu Under Scrutiny: Culture and COVID

This chapter analyzes the dual impact of the pandemic on the American healthcare system and the cultural significance of Japan's wagyu beef. It explores strict export regulations and the global demand for wagyu amid smuggling challenges and competition from Australian producers.

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