Disasters, population trends, and their impact on the U.S. pork packing sector
Findings suggest physical capacity is not the only factor influencing processing rates and highlight existing vulnerabilities to labor shortages.
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Maple Leaf Foods announces incoming chief financial officer of the pork complex
Deepak Bhandari has been named as Chief Financial Officer for the Company’s pork business, which is set to be spun off as an independent, publicly traded company in 2025.
Smithfield Foods carves out European business
Smithfield Foods announces the carve out of its European operations.
Vion sells shares in Vilshofen and Landshut to Erzeugergemeinschaft Südbayern
Vion Food Group announces the signing of an agreement to sell its shares in the Vilshofen and Landshut operations to Erzeugergemeinschaft Südbayern (EG Südbayern), which previously held a 49% stake in these facilities.
Niels Duedahl becomes new Group CEO of Danish Crown
The board of Danish Crown has appointed Niels Duedahl as the new Group CEO.
55th AASV Annual Meeting summary: Miscellaneous
Antonio Palomo summarizes the presentations from the latest AASV, ranging from the future of the veterinary profession to the eradication of diseases, hog prices, and experiences in improving pig survival.
Smithfield Foods completes purchase of dry sausage facility from Cargill
The transaction fuels Smithfield's strategy of continued growth in the value-added packaged meats segment.
Maple Leaf Foods spins off its world-leading pork business
Creating two independent public companies each with a sharper focus to execute its own growth strategy and pursue its uncompromising commitment to best-in-class sustainability practices.
Marché du Porc Breton becomes Marché du Porc Français
At its general meeting on June 6, Marché du Porc Breton changed its name to Marché du Porc Français (MPF).
France: Slight increase in pig slaughter
In May 2024, the number of pigs slaughtered was slightly above May 2023 levels but remained well below the 2019-2023 average.
Turbulent, not truculent month of June
With a seemingly firm pig price and a rather depressed pork market, we get the feeling July will be complicated.
The Netherlands seeks to ban use of electric prods in livestock
The aim is to prevent animal abuse. In practice, electroshock equipment is used too often and not according to the rules.
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.
Portugal's pig exports up and pork exports down in Q1
Pig exports (for finishing and slaughter) increased by 19.5% in the first quarter of 2024, from 146,624 head in 2023 to 175,140 in 2024.
Portugal: Imports of pigs for slaughter on the rise
The import of pigs for slaughter increased by 9.6% and meat and meat product imports increased by 3.9% in the first quarter of 2024.
Clinical case: Broken ribs
The slaughterhouse suspected animal welfare issues as a high number of healed broken ribs were found during the meat inspection of a batch of pigs.