So how can people who do not have a farm or live anywhere near the countryside beef up their own investment portfolio?

BBC: Investors bet on breeding success

The lifting means that live animals born after 1 August, 1996, beef and beef products made from cattle slaughtered after 15 June 2005 will be able to be exported.

BBC: NEWS | UK | UK beef export ban lifted by EU

At Balmoral bistro bar, which overlooks the main plaza, enjoy live jazz Thursdays through Saturdays while noshing on dishes such as signature beef tataki topped with roasted sesame seeds and Quebecois maple syrup, or a traditionally French beef bourguignon.

BBC: Business trip: Montreal