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With 90% of the early corn already harvested, the core region is consolidating a historic season with average yields of 11 tons/hectare and an estimated production of 20.35 million tons. Soybeans are also progressing towards the end of the season with positive results.

Brazil is expected to remain the world's leading producer, with an estimated 42.1% share of global production, increasing its harvest from 180 million tons in the 2025/26 season to 186 million tons in 2026/27.

Agricultural leaders and experts discussed reforms needed to strengthen livestock systems and improve food security amid climate and market pressures at the 18th International Agricultural Exhibition of Morocco (SIAM).

Southern African nations are joining forces to tackle the Foot and mouth disease (FMD) outbreak through coordinated joint actions.

New strategy launched to strengthen UK preparedness against African and classical swine fever.

The European Commission presents a plan to support farmers, improve access to fertilisers, and strengthen sustainable production in Europe.

The EU produced 21.9 million tons of pork in 2025, 3.8% more than the previous year, recovering from the historic low of 2023. Spain, with 5.27 Mt, widens its lead over Germany and now accounts for 24% of all EU production.

The first containers of French pork offal arrived in China, marking a success after 3 years of negotiations and opening a strategic market.

Spanish pork exports to third countries fell by 14% in the first quarter of 2026, with a sharp decline in shipments to China.

China's Ministry of Agriculture is again adjusting the national target for breeding sows to strengthen control over pig production.

Release of swine data reveals paradox: Minas Gerais produces 9.6% more with fewer sows.

The country brought together ministers from three sectors and international organizations to coordinate an intersectoral response to sanitary threats.

National livestock production grew 1.8% from January to March, with pork performing the best.

Meat availability in Switzerland grew by 3.5% in 2025, driven by imports and an increase in beef and poultry.

The Swiss swine industry is intensifying measures to reduce oversupply and stabilize a market that has been under pressure for months.

The EU Council approved the signing of the modernized agreement with Mexico to strengthen trade, investment, and cooperation.

During the meeting between the Spanish Minister of Agriculture, Luis Planas, and the Japanese ambassador to Spain, Hiroshi Yamauchi, Planas insisted on making progress in the negotiations on ASF regionalization.

Although data is only available for January and February, the year 2026 shows a new trend with a greater role for Asian markets.

From January to April, exports totaled 40.24 million tons, the highest volume ever recorded for the period.

The countries on the list have proven their compliance with the EU restrictions on antimicrobial use in food-producing animals.

Animal feed production in Colombia reached a record high of 13.2 million tons in 2025, with pig farming consolidating its position as the second most important destination for the industry, above livestock, pets, and aquaculture.

The objective is to deepen and strengthen the bilateral relationship in agricultural and sanitary matters.

The South African pig industry is facing mounting pressure as foot-and-mouth disease and African swine fever continue to reduce sow numbers and increase production costs.

The monthly increase reflected higher prices across major cereals, except sorghum and barley.