8 Countries that Produce The Most Beef in The World

4. India

Production: 4,300 Metric Tons

Seeing India among 8 countries that produce the most beef in the world is sure a surprise for those familiar with Hindu tradition. This is due the fact that most of the beef produced and exported belongs to water buffalo, an animal that is usually not considered holy in Hinduism. India also surpassed Brazil as the leading beef exporter. Although the country is trying to regulate beef production, there are over 30,000 illegal slaughterhouses operating in India compared to 3,600 legal ones.