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As China imports less pork this year, where will the EU, US, Canada, and Brazil export their product?
The USDA has lowered its forecast for U.S. pork production as lower hog inventories and farrowing intentions lead to tighter pig supplies.
To fully meet the needs of Russian farmers and companies, the Russian government is extending the ban on the export of ammonium nitrate.
Pork exports trended lower year-over-year in February, as larger shipments to Mexico and Japan did not offset the continued decline in demand from China/Hong Kong.
The Ministry of Agriculture has proposed introducing non-tariff quotas on the export of sunflower oil and meal from April 15 to August 31, 2022.
The Canadian swine sector will see slaughter levels recover somewhat in 2022 however disease impacts will see a slightly smaller pig crop in 2022 amidst higher losses.
High costs and lasting effects of ASF are expected to push EU pigmeat production downwards in 2022. EU exports should also decrease due to ASF issues in spite of recovering exports to the UK.
In 2021, Russian exports of agricultural products totaled $37.1 billion. This is 21% more than in 2020.
China's pork production is expected to increase 5% and imports to decline.
Exports of these raw materials have been authorized as of March 21.
Temporary suspension of imports is lifted but duty payment is increased from 31% to 33%.
Russia bans grain exports until June 30 and sugar exports until August 31, 2022.
EU exports of pigmeat fell 9% in 2021 while EU exports of cereals and oilseeds performed well.
Starting tomorrow, operators will be able to apply for private storage aid for pigmeat.
Despite an increase in domestic supply and a drop in exports, per capita pork consumption in Argentina increased by just 1.5% compared to 2020.
Chile represents a new export destination for UK pork.