China has already imported almost one million tons of pork this year
During the first quarter of 2020 China has imported 950,000 tons of pork.
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Future CAP: A new way of working for the future of farming
In its proposal, the European Commission lays out a vision of a more targeted, more flexible and more effective CAP. Vital to achieving this is a new way of working.
Germany: Another processing plant closed due to workers with COVID-19
The decision was made to close the Dissen plant as of Monday, May 18 following the results that workers tested positive for COVID-19.
US corn, soybeans, and wheat outlook for 2020/21
A record corn crop anticipated, soybeans exports to rise from record-low market share, and the wheat crop expected to be down.
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NewsPork prices in China continued to decline
Pork prices in China continued to decline last week as supply increased and demand softened, official data showed.
USMCA to enter into force July 1 benefiting North American pork trade
The USMCA agreement ensures market access to Canada and Mexico, two of the largest export markets for U.S. pork products.
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The lack of occupational health and safety precautions in some companies in the meat sector has resulted in a spike in COVID-19 infections.
The European Commission adopted a Farm to Fork Strategy
The Farm to Fork Strategy is at the heart of the European Green Deal aiming to make food systems fair, healthy and environmentally-friendly.
Fewer farming operations in Switzerland
Both the number of Swiss pig farms and the number of animals are decreasing.
Germany: The slaughterhouse that temporarily closed due to COVID-19 resumes production
This Tuesday, May 19, begins the gradual reopening of the Westfleisch slaughterhouse in Coesfeld.
COVID-19: USDA and FDA announced a Memorandum of Understanding
This action is another in a series of proactive steps the USDA and FDA have taken to maximize food availability following unprecedented disruptions the COVID-19 pandemic has caused to food supply chains.
France closes a slaughterhouse due to employees with COVID-19
To date, there are 34 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in a slaughterhouse in Fleury les Aubrais. The company will be closed temporarily by a prefectoral order.
Brazil: Agricultural exports increase in first four months of 2020
Some agricultural products broke historical records for monthly export volume, including pork with 63,000 tons.
US predicts how COVID-19 will shake its pork industry in 2020 and into 2021
Due to COVID-19, US pork production in 2020 is predicted to be lower than last year. Projections for 2021 reflect some lingering effects of the pandemic.
Brazil creates a platform for e-commerce of agricultural and livestock products
The aim of the platform is to facilitate the marketing of products from the field, bringing producers and consumers closer together, providing an opportunity for pig farmers as well.
FAO: Global meat price drops again
The FAO Meat Price index registered the fourth consecutive monthly decline.
Mexico expects a significant increase in pork exports in 2020
The Agrifood and Fisheries Information Service forecasts a 20.5% increase in Mexican pork exports.
Germany suspends the price quote for sows due to COVID-19
The producer organisation VEZG has decided to suspend the sow price quote until June 6.
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COVID-19 US: Pork harvest capacity 40% down
According to the NPPC, the United States pork harvest capacity is down nearly 40 percent leaving nowhere for market-ready hogs to go.
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News60% of European pork exports are destined for China
Exports to China are up by 77% and account for 60% of total European pork product exports.
US hog prices fall sharply in April as COVID-19 constrains slaughter capacity
In late April, nearly one-third of slaughterhouses reduced production or closed, and hog prices were forced prices down 35%.
US pork exports reach new heights in March
Underpinned by record production, US pork exports completed a tremendous first quarter with new March records for volume and value.
US pork processing plants are slowly reopening after closures due to COVID-19
Many slaughterhouses are now back online, at least in some capacity, following outbreaks of COVID-19 among employees.
Overview of global meat market developments in 2019 - FAO
Global meat production fell by 1.0 percent after two decades of steady growth. Global meat exports rose by 6.8 percent – the fastest year-on-year expansion since 2012.
