Swine news - Economy

The increase was primarily driven by higher bovine and ovine meat prices, along a slight increase in poultry meat quotations, while pig meat prices declined.

Exports of U.S. pork bounced back in June, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

The new regulations intend to bring about a fairer pig supply chain.

The Adamawa State Government in Northern Nigeria has allocated ₦5billion to upgrade and sustain the state’s agricultural sector.

Regulatory clearance enables Mission Barns and its partners to introduce cultivated pork fat into foodservice and retail products for the first time in the U.S.

This short-term outlook edition provides market prospects for key EU agricultural markets in 2025.

54% of the pork China imported up to June consisted of offal, a category that continues to gain ground over meat.

EU pigmeat output rises in early 2025, driven by demand and prices, but export competitiveness weakens due to higher EU market prices.

The agreement with Japan reassures and expands opportunities in the second leading export destination for U.S. beef and pork.

South Africa faces economic uncertainty as the US announces a 30% tariff on exports, pressuring the country to finalize a trade deal before August 1, 2025.

The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025-2034 gives market developments and medium-term projections for world meat markets.

Nigeria’s new Livestock Ministry seeks to reform the sector, boost productivity, and create export opportunities for livestock products.

South Africa risks its pork industry to protect citrus exports as US trade demands market access for pork despite PRRS disease concerns.

Exports of U.S. pork trended lower in May, due primarily to steep declines in shipments to China, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

Nigeria and Brazil plan partnership in agriculture and livestock to boost jobs and economy after Brazilian diplomat visits Kebbi State.

Global maize, sorghum, and barley prices fell month-on-month in June, while wheat prices increased.

The increase was driven by higher prices across all meat categories, except poultry.

Approval of these additional 23 pork processing plants opens further trade opportunities for certain types of U.S. pork products.

Shipments to China increased by 10%, while exports to other destinations such as Japan and the United Kingdom decreased.

Due in part to a sharp decline in shipments to China, April exports of U.S. pork trended lower than a year ago, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

The anti-dumping investigation on imports of pork and pork by-products originating from the European Union has been extended.