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ASF: Mexico detected and destroyed more than five tons of potentially hazardous products in ports and airports
More than 1,600 aircraft and 2,300 boats have been inspected as a result of the strategy launched by the Ministry of Agriculture in August 2019 to prevent the entry of African swine fever (ASF).
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NewsSpain: European leader in pork exports
Last year Spain exported 1,183,750 tonnes of pork, ranking first among the main European exporters of pork products.
Brazil: record pork production expected for 2020 amidst COVID-19 uncertainty
Brazilian pork exports and production are expected to rise due to strong exports to China and stable feed costs this year. COVID-19 does pose some uncertainty.
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NewsEU: Large increase in pork exports with Spain leading and China as the main destination
European exports have increased by more than 20%. China continues to be the main destination and Spain the main exporter.
Portugal: pig slaughter decreases in 2019
The slaughter of pigs in Portugal fell by 0.7% (-30,089 head) in 2019. Slaughter weight increased by 1.1%.
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Discover ..Mexico: agricultural exports increase in value
In 2019, agricultural and agro-industrial exports generated US$37.8 billion, an annual increase of 8.59 percent.
Taiwan bans the import of Italian pork, pigs, and pork products
Taiwan is calling for a ban the entry of Italian pork, live animals, and pork products in light of increased ASF cases on the island of Sardinia.
Brazil and Argentina: cooperation in the agricultural sector
The two countries approved model certificates for the export of Brazilian boar semen.
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NewsHog production picks up in China
China sees its fourth consecutive month of growth in recovering its herds in the wake of ASF.
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NewsMexico works to open new markets for pork products
In order to diversify markets and help farmers obtain better prices for their products, The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development is working on opening new export destinations in countries in Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Americas.
A decade of growth projected for the U.S. pork sector in the 2020's
Robust demand provides incentives for the continued growth of the U.S. livestock and hog sectors over the next ten years, according to USDA's Agricultural Projections to 2029.
Costa Rica: First Central American country to export pork to China
This Friday, February 14th, a container with 24,000 kg of pork will set sail from Puerto Caldera to Puerto Shenzhen, Guandong, making Costa Rica the first country in Central America to export this line of processed products to the main world market.
Slow and steady growth for Mexico in consumption and production of pork
Mexico continues to increase production to meet consumer's growing demand for pork. Exports for 2020 are forecast at a record high.
Portugal: more companies will be able to export pork to China
Five more national facilities have been approved for the export of pig meat to the People's Republic of China.
China's efforts to stabilize pork supply in the wake of the coronavirus epidemic
The Ministry of Commerce is responding quickly to ensure a sufficient pork supply during the coronavirus epidemic.
EU-Vietnam free trade deal approved by Parliament
EU a step closer to region-to-region trade with Southeast Asia, eliminating tariffs on pork.
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China releases more pork from reserves to ensure supply
For the first time since Lunar New Year, China releases pork from state reserves. A portion will be designated for those areas affected by the coronavirus epidemic.
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.
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.
