
Swine news - Economy

EU pork exports up in first quarter, especially to China
Shipments to China increased by 10%, while exports to other destinations such as Japan and the United Kingdom decreased.

Germany: Bundeskartellamt prohibits takeover of Vion slaughterhouses by Tönnies
The Bundeskartellamt has prohibited plans by Tönnies to acquire several companies and assets from Vion.

The EU adopts new tariffs on fertilizers from Russia and Belarus
The Council has finally adopted a Regulation imposing new tariffs on agricultural products and certain fertilizers originating from Russia and Belarus.

WOAH recognizes new FMD-free zones in Latin America
Bolivia and Brazil were recently recognized by the World Organization for Animal Health as countries free of foot and mouth disease without vaccination. This is a significant milestone for regional livestock health and a crucial step forward for international trade of animals and animal products.

Hong Kong's first multi-storey, modernised, and environment-friendly pig farming project
The Government has reserved a site and is accepting applications to construct and operate the pig farm.

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The Philippines to address pork price surge
PHP1.6 billion has been allotted to implement measures aimed at addressing the spike in retail pork prices.

Brazilian pork exports up 14% in May
Brazilian pork exports grew by 13.7% in May 2025, totaling 118,700 tons, according to ABPA. The main destination was the Philippines, with an increase of 115%.

EU: Several member states concerned about Mercosur agreement
France, Austria, and Hungary share concerns about the draft agreement with Mercosur.

FAO Cereal Price Index declined in May
Global maize, sorghum, barley, and wheat prices declined while rice prices increased.

Argentina: Corn production expected to increase 10% in core region
The crop is preparing to recover ground. At least 170,000 ha could be added in the next planting.

FAO Meat Price Index rose in May
The increase was driven by higher international prices for bovine, ovine, and pig meats, which more than offset a decline in poultry meat quotations.



U.S. April pork exports below year-ago levels
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).

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

WOAH recognizes Argentina's foot-and-mouth disease free status
The World Organization for Animal Health delivered the official certificate in Paris.

Brazil: Driven by agriculture, GDP grows 1.4% in first quarter
A bumper soybean crop and investments in the field drive GDP expansion, despite high interest rates.

Germany postpones labeling of meat according to type of husbandry
The federated states will have an additional six months for implementation.

Mexico: Pork imports increased in the first four months of 2025
From January to April, more than 600,000 tons of pork were imported, while exports continued their downward trend with a year-on-year drop of 18%.

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Russia: Meat exports increased by 36% by mid-May
Russia increased shipments of meat products for export by 36% to 345 thousand tons by mid-May compared to the same period last year.

Member States call for an autonomous and adequately financed CAP
Twenty EU countries are calling for an autonomous, strategic, and well-funded CAP in view of the upcoming negotiation of the Multiannual Financial Framework.

Exports boost EU agri-food trade surplus in February
Export growth was driven by high prices for cocoa and coffee, while cereal exports declined.

Argentina challenges EU’s deforestation risk rating
On May 22, the European Commission, within the framework of its Deforestation Regulation (2023/1115), qualified Argentina as a country with a “standard” risk of deforestation.

Uruguay allows export of soybean and canola meal to China and signs new cooperation agreements
This opening represents a significant step forward in the diversification of export markets for Uruguayan agroindustrial products.

Brazil: Ten new markets for agricultural exports
Brazilian agribusiness has reached 381 since the beginning of 2023.

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