The FAO Meat Price Index was up slightly
The FAO Meat Price Index was up slightly, supported by higher prices of bovine and pig meat.
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Understanding liquidation is key to forecasting Chinese ASF price outlook globally
The current situation in China has many similarities to the old-time hog cycle liquidation phase.
Mexico to stimulate pig production
The SADER and the pig producers will coordinate themselves to stimulate the productivity and modernisation of the small and medium farms.
China simplifies the processes for importing Brazilian meat
The Chinese health authorities have approved a new format for the certification of official veterinarians authorised to sign International Health Certificates.
Germany and Spain, the main pork exporters
Germany and Spain were the main European pork exporters, with a share of 23% and 22% respectively.
Rigour + professionalism + faith + confidence = Tsunami of excellence
Guillem Burset foresees a very profitable 2019, but not for all the actors in the Spanish pig sector.
European pork exports have trebled in the last 20 years
Between 1998 and 2018, the European exports have gone from 1,238,138 tonnes to 3,927,308 tonnes.
EU: Commission increases national support to farmers
The ceiling for national support to farmers will rise significantly, allowing greater flexibility and efficiency, notably in times of crisis and situations demanding a swift response by the public authorities.
Stability in the European pork exports
Exports were similar to those in 2017, with a rise by only 0.3%.
Main pork producers in the EU in 2018
In the first 11 months of 2018, Germany was the main pork producer, followed by Spain and France.
Increase in pig slaughterings in Spain
In the first 11 months of 2018, pig slaughterings grew by almost 5%.
Decrease in the Danish pig census
As of January 2109, the all the categories in the Danish pig census have dropped.
Germany: pig slaughterings in 2018
Year-to-year pig slaughterings dropped by 3%.
Largest pork exporters to China
The largest exporter in 2018 was Germany, beating Spain, that dropped to the second position.
Philippines hog inventory and production
Inventory of swine in backyard farms grew. Similarly, stocks in commercial farms expanded.
The importance of bonds and their quality
The relationship between the farmer and the abattoir, daily and passionate most of the time, ends up creating a bond. Its quality will, undoubtedly, be put to the test in Spain.