Foot and mouth disease in Germany: What will happen in the EU?
The appearance of a case of foot and mouth disease aggravated the fall in the German pig price with direct repercussions on prices in neighboring countries.
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Brazil: Pork demand steady in 2024
Foreign demand for pork remained strong throughout 2024 and Brazilian exports reached new records.
China's annual pork production down for the first time in four years
China's pork production decreased by 1.5% in 2024.
Russia's pork exports may increase to 350 thousand tons in 2025
Results will depend on whether China expands the list of Russian suppliers.
What to expect from Brazil's swine production in 2025
Excellent export performance in recent years is linked to the sector's efforts to increase its presence in the global market, amid a gradual reduction in imports from China.
The 10 most-read articles in 2024
Of the 122 articles published on Pig333 last year by world-renowned authors, these were the ten most-read. You won't want to miss a single one.
Spanish farm income reaches record high
Agricultural production reached a record value of 68.43 billion euros, 4.3% more than in 2023.
Foot and mouth disease in Germany: More countries implement restriction measures
Following the confirmation of a case of foot and mouth disease in Germany, more countries have implemented measures to prevent the entry of the disease.
Smithfield Foods Files Registration Statement for Proposed Initial Public Offering
The Company has applied to list its shares of common stock on the Nasdaq Global Select Market under the ticker symbol "SFD."
U.S. pork exports remained on record pace in November
November U.S. pork exports posted year-over-year gains, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).
FDA requests comments on draft guidance for labeling of plant-based alternatives to animal-derived foods
Submit electronic or written comments on the draft guidance by May 7, 2025.
Irish pigmeat production and exports grew in 2024
The Irish pigmeat sector recorded a modest recovery in exports during 2024, despite a highly competitive market environment for pork internationally.
Meat Institute hires Nicole Johnson-Hoffman to be Chief Operating Officer
Nicole begins transitioning into the role in January 2025 as Mark Dopp, the Meat Institute’s outgoing COO and General Counsel, prepares to retire in March of 2025.
Thailand's swine production in 2024 and expectations for 2025
Thailand's pig production increased last year as the country recovered from African swine fever. Pork imports and exports increased.
FAO meat price index up slightly in December
By contrast, pig meat prices declined, underpinned by weaker-than-expected consumer demand in the European Union ahead of the winter holidays.
Impact of the leptin receptor gene on pig performance and quality traits
With current low-protein diets, the T allele is expected to be cost-effective only in niche markets where a very high level of marbling is critical.
