Pig slaughter in Brazil remains steady despite plant disruptions
Even with COVID-19 affecting slaughterhouse workers and causing plants to shut down, pig slaughter remained practically stable in April and May.
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A mid-year look at China's recovering pig industry
The sow herd is recovering, pork prices are rising, and ASF outbreaks have remained under control during the first half of 2020.
Tönnies increases base weight, adjusts payments for its Rheda slaughterhouse
Due to the increased weight of the slaughter animals, Tönnies has increased the base weight.
France: "The ham cartel" sanctioned by the competition authority
The competition authority is fining French companies 93 million euros for fixing prices in the ham and charcuterie sectors.
China released pork from central reserves
The Ministry of Commerce and relevant departments released pork from central reserves.
German slaughterhouse Tönnies reopens after COVID-19 shutdown
In a provisional opening, the plant should be able to start work July 17. No more than 10,000 animals may be slaughtered in the probationary period.
EU-China agreement on geographical indications
The Council adopted decisions on the signature of the agreement between the European Union and the government of the People's Republic of China on geographical indications (GIs).
China restricts imports from slaughterhouses with COVID-19
Chinese Customs has asked some companies that have had COVID-19 outbreaks among their workers to stop sending their meat exports.
Brazilian pork exports continue to increase
The volume exported so far in 2020 exceeds the 2019 balance for the same period by 37.01%.
Mexico: Expanding pork exports to China
Currently, Mexico exports frozen pork to China. Expanding to fresh chilled meat would be a major advancement.
FECIC presents the first COVID-19 protocol for the Spanish meat industry
The Spanish Meat Business Federation's protocol will enable companies to implement measures to avoid the risks posed by COVID-19 and certify that they comply with the required safety standards.
EU: Pigmeat production in March 2020 up from last year
Figures suggest that the production of pigmeat in the EU was not immediately affected by the containment measures for the COVID-19 pandemic.
US: Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection rule under review
USDA reviewed the proposed Modernization of Swine Slaughter Inspection rule to determine whether FSIS’ worker safety analysis complied with applicable rulemaking requirements.
Germany: Industry discussion on the future of the meat industry
Federal and state governments and the meat industry discuss readjustment along the entire chain: improved animal welfare, fair prices, and better working conditions.
Bolivian market now open to US pork
US red meat is eligible for export to Bolivia as of June 10.
