FAO meat prices: a break from eleven months of continued increases
The FAO Meat Price Index averaged 182.5 points in January, down from December, marking a break from eleven months of continued increases.
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US: Record-breaking pork exports in 2019
U.S. pork exports posted new volume and value records in 2019, reaching nearly $7 billion, according to data released by USDA and compiled by USMEF.
China isn't letting coronavirus fears affect the pork supply
China moves to ensure animal product supply amid coronavirus epidemic control. Fears of spreading the disease threaten the livestock industry.
An exceptionally eventful period for global grain markets
According to AMIS' Market Monitor, geopolitical tensions including the US-China trade agreement along with the rapid spread of coronavirus may impact agriculture markets.
Irish pigmeat export value hits record high in 2019
Ireland's agri-food exports were at a record €14.5 billion in 2019. With strong demand for pigmeat, exports reached €941million.
Canada: lower prices for grains and oilseed in 2020
Lower prices for grains and oilseeds are projected, but hinge on trade tensions and the influence of ASF, especially in China.
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Chile creates the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development
Last week, President Sebastián Piñera signed the bill creating the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Development to boost the activity of one of Chile's economic drivers.
Brexit: What will happen to live animal and meat trade?
The United Kingdom will leave the European Union at midnight tonight. This follows the ratification of the Withdrawal Agreement this week by both the European Parliament and Council.
Poland: looking back on 2019 production and what to expect in 2020
According to the USDA, Polish hog inventories and pork production decreased 4% in 2019 and are expected to decline further due to ASF and a reduced feed supply.
France: heavier pigs slaughtered in 2019
In 2019, slaughter volume increased slightly, due to heavier pigs, under favorable economic conditions and very attractive prices for pork production.
Promoting EU agri-food products
The European Commission has called for proposals for campaigns promoting agri-food products in the European Union.
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NewsUE: a single database for all geographical indications
Created by the Commission, the online database "eAmbroasia" consolidates all the terms protected by geographical indications (PDO, PGI) and by the Traditional Specialties Guaranteed (TSG) label.
Germany: Number of hog farms has declined
The number of hog farms has declined by more than one third from 2010 to 2019. Small farms are disappearing.
Rabobank Pork Outlook: Opportunities are emerging from risks
Rising disease pressures continue to challenge the global market and will remain the major change driver in global animal protein in 2020, according to Rabobank’s latest Pork Quarterly titled ‘Opportunities Are Emerging from Risks.’
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NewsFAO: Global meat market review 2019
ASF greatly affected global pork output and export last year. Global pork output was down 8.5% from 2018. Increased output expected in the Americas. China's pork import up 35%.
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NewsEU-Vietnam free trade deal gets green light in trade committee
EU-Vietnam free trade agreement will gradually eliminate almost all tariffs. The full Parliament is set to cast its final vote in February.
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NewsChinese pork production decreased by more than 20% in 2019
ASF has led to a significant decline in Chinese pork production over the past year.
FAO: 2019 Global meat price review
In 2019, the index rose rapidly from April to June, mainly driven by a surge in import demand from Asia, principally China, caused by the spread of the African Swine Fever.
China: demand for feed up as farmers recover their herds
Estimates for the supply and demand of feed, soybeans, and vegetable oils in light of the Spring Festival holiday.
EU: Record high pork exports due to demand in China
EU agri-food exports are booming, driven by rising pork exports.
Mexican pork production increases by more than 10%
From January to October 2019, 12,411,000 head of cattle, pigs, sheep, goats and horses were slaughtered in a total of 471 processing plants in 30 states, 140 of which export meat to 65 countries.
