China ups pork tariffs again
Starting next year, China's import tariffs for pork will return to their previously higher levels.
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Critical situation of the pig sector in the EU
The Czech Republic informed the Commission about the challenges facing the pigmeat sector in Europe.
China recognizes zoning for France in the event of ASF outbreaks
This recognition will allow for continued exports to China of pork products from ASF-free zones in the event the disease is present in France.
EU: drop in reported zoonotic diseases
EU One Health report: drop in reported zoonotic diseases in humans and foodborne outbreaks in 2020.
Argentina unifies its export sanitary system with the EU
Argentina and the European Union integrate their systems for issuing health certificates with electronic signatures for exports of animal products and by-products.
The FAO Food Price Index: highest level since June 2011
The fourth consecutive monthly rise in the value of the FFPI, putting the index at its highest level since June 2011.
Mexican companies sign agreement with China to export more pork
ANETIF has signed a memorandum of understanding with the CMA to bring together meat companies from both countries.
Portugal: Pig slaughter up in the first 9 months of 2021
Pig slaughter in Portugal during the first nine months of 2021 grew by 1.2% compared to the same period of the previous year.
New significant reduction in Chinese pork imports
September and October have seen reductions of more than 40% in Chinese pork imports compared to the same period of the previous year.
Spain and France to promote "mirror clauses" in negotiations with third countries
The Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas, and the French Minister of Agriculture and Food, Julien Denormandie, have agreed to strengthen their collaboration to promote "mirror clauses" in the European Commission's trade agreement negotiations with third countries.
Mexico: Pork exports to China on the rise
Pork sales ranked first among Mexico's agri-food and fishery exports to China.
Mexico: Record imports of U.S. pork
In August Mexico imported 47% more U.S. pork compared to the same period last year.
Current challenges in the UK pig industry
The UK's pig industry is facing slaughter backlogs and export bans in the midst of COVID-19 and Brexit challenges.
Belgian pig sector introduces first national animal welfare label
The label gives pig farmers the opportunity to differentiate themselves by going above and beyond the legal standards for animal welfare.
EU: Changes in official controls on products of animal origin
The regulations clarify some aspects of the practical arrangements for post-mortem inspection.
Peru bans travelers from bringing pork products into the country
The entry of porcine ingredients in luggage represents a high risk for the introduction of African swine fever.