Global pork prices continue to rise
Global pork prices continue to rise, as protein shortfalls intensify competition for a shrinking supply, according to Rabobank’s Pork Quarterly Q4 2019.
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Producer organisations strengthen farmers’ position in the food supply chain
A new study highlights the benefits that producer organisations (POs) and associations of producer organisations (APOs) offer farmers in the EU.
Animal advocacy organisations urge the EU to replace CO2 stunning of pigs
Eurogroup for Animals and its 69 member organisations are calling for a move away from high concentration CO2 stunning of pigs, a common method of slaughter.
Mexico and Denmark work together to strengthen the swine industry
The cooperation project will make it possible to work together over the next three years on swine health issues and will help strengthen the industry in both countries and boost job creation in national food production.
United Kingdom's antibiotic use halved in four years
Antibiotic usage in pigs showed significant decreases from previous years.
Mexico, U.S.A. and Canada work together to prevent ASF
Mexico hosts the 2nd North American African Swine Fever (ASF) Forum where the actions of the veterinary services of Mexico, the United States and Canada to prevent the entry of African Swine Fever (ASF) are to be discussed.
Updated OIE manual on ASF in wild boars
The facts, observations and approaches described in the document are presented with the intention of fully informing all stockholders and the general public about the complexity of this disease and the need to carefully plan and coordinate efforts aimed at its prevention and control.
India livestock census shows decline in pig population
Pig population declines 12%
Argentina: Soybean processing reaches new record
During the month of August 4,152,116 tons were processed, the second highest amount on record for the month.
Spain, the exception to the EU pig census numbers
While member states see reduced numbers, Spain increases in total population and breeding numbers.
Danish pig producers must reduce their antibiotic use
Over the next four years, Danish pig producers must reduce their antibiotic use by 2% each year and completely eliminate the medicinal use of zinc.
The U.S. and Mexico partner to improve food safety
Mexican and U.S. agencies to exchange information on microbiological food contamination risks, laboratory methods and traceability.
Russian pig production grows 4,7% in 9 months
The highest growth rate was registered in the following regions: Pskov, Belgorod, Voronezh, Kursk, Lipetsk and Krasnodar territory.
How China's pork imports have changed
Chinese pork imports have gone up 43% from January to September .
EU agri-food exports in August 2019 continued to grow
The monthly value of the EU agri-food exports in August 2019 continued to grow compared to the level in August 2018, reaching EUR 12.07 billion, 5.6% above the year before.
France: Origin of the meats served in the restaurant/catering business
The French consumers demand to know the origin of the products they consume, which is a sign of the need for transparency and traceability.