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The FAO Meat Price Index for pig meat increased in February.

The FAO Cereal Price Index was down fractionally from January and 1.4% above its level one year ago.

Last year, Mexico's global agri-food trade totaled 94.459 billion dollars, 53% of which corresponded to the country's sales to its trading partners, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

As of December 1, 2022, Austria's pig inventory was 2.65 million head.

The increase in pork production strengthened domestic supply and is reportedly responding to the increase in demand, with per capita consumption around 20 kg/inhabitant.

The number of pigs slaughtered in Belgium fell by almost 10% in 2022, to a level not seen in 30 years.

In 2022, France's pork exports decreased in volume and imports increased.

The commercialization is now for raw pork, whole or in pieces, and there is no restriction in its direct trade.

Once again, the production estimate for Argentina's crops was reduced as a result of the adverse weather conditions that have accompanied the development of the crops in this new season.

Robust supply and demand favored by competitive consumer prices positioned per capita pork consumption at 13 kg/inhabitant in 2022.

Mexico's agri-food trade balance with the United States saw a surplus of US$15.266 billion dollars, the highest in five years, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development.

In the fourth quarter of 2022, Brazilian pig slaughter increased 2.7% compared to the same period of the previous year.

The figures for 2022 indicate strong domestic demand for pork, which boosted domestic production, imports, and consumption.

The commission was urged to ensure the supply of fertilisers, take action to bring down prices, and increase the EU’s strategic autonomy in fertilisers.

Canada and Mexico have recognized the two national organic systems as equivalent.

This year's first stockpiling work for state pork reserves is underway.