Brazil: record pork production expected for 2020 amidst COVID-19 uncertainty
Brazilian pork exports and production are expected to rise due to strong exports to China and stable feed costs this year. COVID-19 does pose some uncertainty.
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CPF witnesses 139% jump in fourth-quarter earnings and foresees continued growth
Overseas business drove earnings. Expected pork shortages in China and Vietnam suggest the company will see another good year in 2020.
EU: Large increase in pork exports with Spain leading and China as the main destination
European exports have increased by more than 20%. China continues to be the main destination and Spain the main exporter.
Russia introduces a unified animal identification system
Russain authorities met with the OIE to discuss compliance with OIE standards, the epizootic welfare of the country, and the safety of livestock products.
The Netherlands tackles nitrogen pollution
The government is taking new measures to control nitrogen pollution. Funds are available for the pig production cessation scheme.
Rafael Laguens elected as President of the World Veterinary Association
Rafael Laguens García, president of the Veterinary Association of Soria and former president of the Federation of Veterinarians of Europe (FVE), has been elected as the new president of the World Veterinary Association.
Farrowing display at Iowa State Fair connects consumers to pig farming
Witnessing the birth of pigs helps thousands of consumers connect firsthand with the animals and farmers during the Iowa State Fair in Des Moines.
Manure-to-energy projects by Smithfield Foods and Roeslein Alternative Energy
Smithfield continues developing manure-to-energy projects in Missouri to cut greenhouse gas emissions.
Mexico: agricultural exports increase in value
In 2019, agricultural and agro-industrial exports generated US$37.8 billion, an annual increase of 8.59 percent.
EC publishes Farm to Fork roadmap for public reference
An ambitious package of measures that should enable European businesses and citizens to benefit from a sustainable ecological transition.
Taiwan bans the import of Italian pork, pigs, and pork products
Taiwan is calling for a ban the entry of Italian pork, live animals, and pork products in light of increased ASF cases on the island of Sardinia.
United Kingdom: new immigration rules threaten veterinary workforce
New immigration legislation leaves a big question mark over how the profession will recruit and retain the workforce it needs, according to the British Veterinary Association.
Hormel Foods bans the use of ractopamine from its supply chain
A statement from Hormel confirms the company's decision to no longer purchase animals that have consumed the growth promotant.
CPF underlines international animal welfare principles for safe and sustainable food production
Charoen Pokphand Foods PLC (CPF) heralds its success in promoting animal welfare, to assure global consumers of the company’s food safety standards.
Hog production picks up in China
China sees its fourth consecutive month of growth in recovering its herds in the wake of ASF.
Philippines strictly enforces nationwide ASF zoning plan
President moves legislation to ensure the control and eradication of African swine fever in the Philippines.