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EU pig meat sees increased export value
The export value of pig meat in the first four months of 2021 was up 10% from last year.
Brazilian pork exports set an all-time record in June
In the first six months of 2021, Brazil shipped 562,700 tons of pork
China has more sows now than before ASF hit
According to the Chinese government, the breeding sows in the country are at 102% of the levels they were at the end of 2017.
China's pork production has increased greatly
The country's pork production is up 36% in the first half of 2021.
Different drivers to improve farm animal welfare
How is the growing demand for greater animal welfare on farms articulated?
China eases environmental requirements for small pig farms
To encourage pig production, small farms will no longer need environmental approval for their new projects.
EU farm income increased over last decade
The ‘EU farm economics overview’ report provides an overview of key economic developments in European agricultural holdings up to 2018.
U.S. to increase meat processing capacity with $500 million in funds
USDA announces $500 million for expanded meat and poultry processing capacity as part of efforts to increase competition.
Philippines: Hog production took a hit in first quarter
Twelve regions reported decreases in pig production during the first quarter.
U.S pork exports: Strong demand from other markets offsets slowdown from China, shattering previous records
Fueled by impressive growth in a wide range of destinations, U.S. pork export values shattered previous records in May, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
Smithfield Foods names Shane Smith president and CEO
Global meat prices have been on the rise for 9 months
In June, price quotations for all meats represented index rose, according to the FAO Meat Price Index.
The next decade of global pig production
The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook for 2021-2030 provides insight on global pigmeat production, and consumption for the next ten years.
Belgium: Organic hog production up nearly 60% in Flanders
In 2020 consumption of organic products rose by 14% in Flanders and organic hog production saw a significant increase.
Philippines ups pork imports in hopes of reducing consumer prices
Pork imports spiked from April to early June, following a series of executive orders cutting tariffs and increasing the allowable import volumes.