Record start in 2019 for EU agri-food trade
The value of EU agri-food exports in January 2019 increased for the 4th year in a row to reach a new record level of €11.2 billion.
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Government of Canada helps strengthen the Canadian pork industry
The projects announced further strengthen the Canadian Pork Excellence platform and contribute to growing the Canadian economy.
ASF: NPPC cancels 2019 World Pork Expo as precaution
Risk of African Swine Fever introduction to U.S. herd considered negligible; decision made out of an abundance of caution.
FAO: Global meat market developments in 2018
Data published by the FAO show an increase in world meat production during the last year 2018.
Brexit preparedness : EU prepared to support European farmers in possible « no-deal » scenario
While the Withdrawal Agreement negotiated between the EU and the UK remains the best possible outcome, the EU is prepared for a possible “no-deal” scenario in the area of agriculture.
Increase in Brazilian pork exports
Although there has been a drop in March, pork exports have increased in the first trimester of 2019 with respect to the same period in 2018.
Main German pig abattoirs ranking 2018
The list of the 10 main German pig abattoirs remains unchanged, although Tönnies is the only of the 4 first slaughterhouses that increased its share with respect to 2017.
CLITRAVI statement on the increase of the price of pigmeat
The European Meat Manufacturing Industry, united in CLITRAVI, is deeply concerned about the recent sharp increase in Europe of the price of pigmeat.
March FAO Meat Price Index up marginally
In March, price quotations for pig received some support from a surge in import demand, especially from China.
Increase in French pork exports to China
The exports to China have recovered suddenly (+51% year-on-year), with 8,500 tonnes (carcass weight) sold to the north of Asia: 2,350 tonnes (carcass weight) more than in January 2018 (of which +1,950 tonnes in carcass weight sent to China.
Cuba: foreign investment for pork production
These potential projects are necessary to satisfy the real demand of meat products in Cuba.
Panama imposes safeguards on USA pork
With the implementation of this safeguard, the imports of USA pork products are subject to an increase in tariffs.
Imminent risk of a global shortage of heparin caused by ASF in China
China is the world′s largest producer of pork and thus has plenty of raw material to produce heparins.
EU: Protecting farmers and quality products
The Agriculture Committee approved the first batch of proposals to improve EU farm policy so that it better meets farmers’ and consumers’ expectations.
New database for EU geographical indications
This new system will simplify the search for information about Geographical Indications and increase transparency for producers, national authorities and anyone curious about European GIs.
USA will inspect Brazilian meat plants
The USDA will verify if Brazilian pork and beef still fulfil the USA health requirements.