China's pork and commodity markets continue to stabilize
Pig production continues to recover. In September pork prices fell slightly. Corn and wheat prices are up, soybean prices are down.
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The future of EU livestock sector - sustainability
The European Commission has published the external study, ‘Study on Future of EU livestock: How to contribute to a sustainable agricultural sector?’, to contribute to the debate on the sustainability of the livestock sector.
US: Exports of feed grains down 5% in 2019/2020
U.S. exports of feed grains in all forms (GIAF) end marketing year at nearly 101 million metric tons.
Pirbright, ECO Animal Health, The Vaccine Group to develop new PRRS vaccines
"This collaboration... leverages the deep scientific expertise of Pirbright and The Vaccine Group’s novel herpesvirus vector technology in an exciting new approach to PRRSV vaccination.”
AASV Annual Meeting 2021 goes virtual
The American Association of Swine Veterinarians looks forward to your virtual participation in the 52nd AASV Annual Meeting as we "Navigate the Future... Together."
Global pork production will be up in 2021, USDA forecasts global trade
Global pork production forecast to be higher in 2021 due to recovery from both ASF and COVID-19. Demand from China to fall 6% and US production expected to be up slightly.
Germany: Pork plants working Sundays and holidays to support pig producers
The German minister is not yet considering private storage and has emphasized the need to reduce the number of pigs in pens.
Germany: Temporary closure of Weidemark slaughterhouse due to COVID-19 cases
The slaughterhouse will remain closed for 22 days.
Banff Pork Seminar 2021: Registration opens and it’s free
Registration details have been announced for the 2021 Banff Pork Seminar (BPS). The event is free, however delegates must register ahead of time in order to participate.
Evonik to concentrate MetAMINO® production at its three hubs
Evonik to cluster its MetAMINO® (DL-methionine) production at three international hubs (Americas, Europe, and Asia) to maximize economies of scale and utilize robust processes.
Public opinion survey on EU food and farming
Nearly all respondents (95%) think that agriculture and rural areas are important for ‘our future’ in the European Union.
South Korea: First ASF case in domestic pigs in one year
The affected farm had 721 animals. The most recent outbreak in domestic pigs occurred almost exactly a year ago.
CPF unveils "Cheeva Pork" rich in omega-3
Charoen Pokphand Foods PCL (CP Foods) unveiled the novel product rich in good fatty acids and omega-3 that follows extensive breeding and feed development and concerns about animal welfare.
Evonik responds to termination of methionine anti-dumping investigation
Evonik sees a clear confirmation of reliability and security of methionine supply to the protein industry in China.
ASF Germany: "White zone" established around first core area
As part of Brandenburg's strategy to combat ASF, a so-called "white zone" will be established around the first core area "Sembten/Neuzelle".
Nedap: Finding efficiency with automated sorting scale technology
Productivity gains help lower labor costs and improve finishing pig performance.