Brazil: New increase in pig production costs
The increase in the pig production cost index was driven by the 5.93% variation in nutrition costs.
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US: Exports of feed grains down 5% in 2019/2020
U.S. exports of feed grains in all forms (GIAF) end marketing year at nearly 101 million metric tons.
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NewsThe future of EU livestock sector - sustainability
The European Commission has published the external study, ‘Study on Future of EU livestock: How to contribute to a sustainable agricultural sector?’, to contribute to the debate on the sustainability of the livestock sector.
Germany: Temporary closure of Weidemark slaughterhouse due to COVID-19 cases
The slaughterhouse will remain closed for 22 days.
Germany: Pork plants working Sundays and holidays to support pig producers
The German minister is not yet considering private storage and has emphasized the need to reduce the number of pigs in pens.
Global pork production will be up in 2021, USDA forecasts global trade
Global pork production forecast to be higher in 2021 due to recovery from both ASF and COVID-19. Demand from China to fall 6% and US production expected to be up slightly.
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Public opinion survey on EU food and farming
Nearly all respondents (95%) think that agriculture and rural areas are important for ‘our future’ in the European Union.
German pork production down in first half of 2020
In the first half of 2020, 2.6 million tons of pork were produced in Germany.
The FAO Meat Price Index down slightly
Year-on-year, the index is down 9.5 points (9.4 percent) from its value in the corresponding month last year.
EU pigmeat production will grow less than expected in 2020
The latest short-term outlook report for EU agricultural markets, by the European Commission, presents trends and prospects for cereals, oilseeds, and pigmeat.
Germany: Pig farming has been decreasing over the years
There are fewer and fewer domestic pigs available for the meat industry in Germany.
China aims for 95% self sufficiency in pork production
China works on developing its livestock industry to rely less on foreign imports of pork.
UK prepares veterinarians for new export requirements
A new training fund aims to boost the number of veterinarians that are qualified to certify products of animal origin for export.
German pork exports to China double in first half of 2020
More than twice as much pork was exported to China during the first half of the year than in the same period of 2019.
EU German Presidency outlines Agriculture and Food Security priorities
The Presidency will focus on animal welfare, digitalisation and reducing food waste and Farm to fork.
Further funds available for US farmers impacted by COVID-19
An additional $14 billion dollars is available for agricultural producers who continue to face market disruptions and associated costs because of COVID-19.
Mexico's agrifood surplus increases
The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development reported that between January and July of this year the surplus agrifood trade balance increased by 21.4% compared to the same period of the previous year.
Colombia negotiates pork exports with several countries
Colombia works to export pork to China, Korea, and Japan.
Portugal: Decrease in pig slaughter in the first half of 2020
There was a 4.5% reduction in the number of pigs slaughtered in the first half of 2020 compared to the same period of 2019.
France: One third of meats marketed have inadequate labels
The DGCCRF has carried out inspections to verify compliance with the rules of labelling and traceability of meat: pork, beef, poultry, and lamb.
USDA releases roadmap to address Salmonella
The plan guides agency efforts to tackle foodborne pathogens.
Meat substitutes production triples in Germany
In the first quarter of 2020, German companies produced 37% more meat substitute products than for the same period in 2019.
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NewsBrazil to reach record pork production in 2021, says USDA
Pork production is expected to increase, reaching a record of nearly 4.3 million metric tons, reflecting continued strong exports to China, improved domestic demand, and stable feed costs next year.
Germany: Agriculture Commission of the Future established
Its aim is to develop recommendations and suggestions for agriculture in Germany that are economical, ecological, sustainable, and socially acceptable.
