Japan: Classical swine fever found in wild boars in major pig-producing area
This is the first case of classical swine fever in Kyushu in wild boars. The island of Kyushu accounts for about one-third of Japan's domestic pigs.
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Brazil's pig slaughter down in first quarter
Santa Catarina remains the leading state in pig slaughter, with 29.8% of the national share, followed by Paraná (22.3%) and Rio Grande do Sul (17.1%).
Vietnam: Current status of high-tech agricultural projects from Xuan Thien Group
The Thanh Hoa province approved Xuan Thien Group to invest in 6 projects, including 5 technological livestock projects with a total investment of about 12,480 billion VND.
Germany detects new case of ASF in domestic pigs
The exact cause of the entry of the disease is still unclear. However, there is currently nothing to indicate an active epidemic among wild boars in the region.
UK pig meat trade volumes lower in first quarter
Export volumes in the first quarter were at their lowest since 2015, according to AHDB.
U.S. April pork exports largest in nearly three years
April exports of U.S. pork reached the highest volume and value since May 2021, according to data released by USDA and compiled by USMEF.
FAO meat price index May 2024
International prices of poultry and bovine meats fell, while those of pig and ovine meats increased.
Global export prices of all major cereals rose in May
The FAO Cereal Price Index rose month-on-month, with wheat prices increasing the most.
Nominations for DLG Agri Influencer Award 2024 now open
Award for excellent public relations work on social media platforms. Award ceremony at EuroTier 2024. Application deadline 1 September 2024.
Successful Joint Congress: 2,700 Veterinarians at the IPVS & ESPHM 2024
From 4th to 7th June 2024, 2,700 veterinarians from 65 countries gathered at the Leipzig Trade Fair for IPVS & ESPHM 2024 to exchange ideas on ground-breaking topics in swine health. For the first time in eight years, the two most internationally renowned congresses for swine veterinary medicine, the International Pig Veterinary Society (IPVS) Congress and the European Symposium for Porcine Health Management (ESPHM), were held together at one location.
Vion increases focus on Benelux chains and continues portfolio review in Germany
In line with its commitment to building sustainable integrated chains and increasing value for all partners, the Vion Food Group announces potential changes in its operational structure.
First forecasts for global cereal production
FAO’s first forecast for the 2024/25 season points to an overall comfortable global cereal supply and demand situation.
Nutreco celebrates grand opening of its Garden of the Future
Located in Thurgau, Switzerland, the groundbreaking facility gathers all of Nutreco’s phytotechnology activities, from discovery and experimental cultivation to plant development and production, under one roof.
Commission clarifies support for farmers in case of exceptional weather events
The EC clarifies the use of force majeure and exceptional circumstances for the EU agricultural sector in case of unforeseeable and extreme weather events.
Evolution by country of the EU27 pig census between 2013-2023
In the last 10 years, the total pig census in the EU27 has suffered a decrease of 6%, with a significant increase in Spain and a decrease in Germany.
Main global exporters of agri-food products in 2023
Below is the list of the top 10 global exporters of agri-food products in 2023.