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The groups of foods that have had a higher contribution in 2012 towards the growth of the exports are: Fruits (11%), Drinks (15%), Meats (12%) and Vegetables (9%).

Overall, the number of states with at least one swine herd infected remains at 17.

Shuanghui International Holdings Limited and Smithfield Foods, Inc. announced yesterday that they have completed their previously announced strategic combination.

Increasing numbers were exported for finishing in Poland.

The Minister said that the reorganization of State Veterinary and Phytosanitary Service of Ukraine provided the prevention of ASF entrance.

Wider use of already-existing best practices and technologies could significantly help sector reduce outputs of global warming gases.

During the first 5 months of this year, the importation of live pigs of less and more than 50 kg liveweight has increased by 3.6% and 8%, respectively.

At a Special Meeting of Smithfield shareholders held today, more than 96% of the votes cast were voted in favor of the transaction.

Additional measures to eliminate and curb the spread of African swine fever were passed in Belarus.

The Commission concluded that the proposed acquisition would not raise competition concerns, in particular because the overlaps between the activities of JBS, Zenda and Seara are limited.

Russia has confirmed an outbreak of foot and mouth disease in Bogdanovka village (Krasnokamensky District, Zabajkal'Skij Kray).

The last data of the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture show an increase in the agricultural production by 9.7%.

This Group’s remit was to review BPEX’s Real Welfare Protocol and make recommendations to make the process more practical.

Compared to 2011, the number of MRSA-positive pigs for slaughter has increased significantly: From 44% in 2011 to 77% in 2012.

Regarding animal welfare, more than 60% of respondents strongly insisted on strengthening animal welfare standards for all types of agricultural production systems.

The goal of the agreement is to integrate pig meat as one of the main ingredients of Mexican cuisine.