
Laos strengthens ASF measures
The measures aim to contain the outbreak, prevent further transmission and protect pig production and the livelihoods of farmers in Champasak Province.


The measures aim to contain the outbreak, prevent further transmission and protect pig production and the livelihoods of farmers in Champasak Province.

EU pork production is forecast to decline for the first time since 2023, and exports are projected to be at the lowest level since 2015.

Swine genetics specialist Nucléus has announced the signing of a strategic partnership with Ukraine-based Agrifood Consulting. This agreement marks Nucléus’ first official entry into the Ukrainian market.

A larger breeding herd and higher productivity per sow will support a larger pig crop. Pork exports are forecast to decline amidst a weakening global demand.

A temporary stop is being introduced for new establishment and expansion of existing conventional pig production.

In the first seven months of 2026, the EU agri-food sector expanded its positive trade balance while pigmeat exports decreased by 13% in value.

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Highlights from the grain and oilseed estimates for the 2026/27 marketing year released by the USDA on September 11, 2026.

The proposal simplifies rules and procedures from plant protection products and biocidal products, to feed, official controls, and animal health and welfare.

Projections for broiler and swine production are expected to contribute positively to the overall production of the three main protein sources consumed by Brazilians.

WEDA QEW: The revolutionary liquid feeding tank with an integrated service hatch and easy-to-replace bottom liner.

The Ministry of Agricultural Development and Irrigation reported growth in the swine industry, with Lima accounting for 44% of production, and progress in expanding into markets such as China and Singapore.

The core area has been expanded to the northeast after ASF was detected in dead wild boars found in Hujakkala, Lappeenranta.



The Colombian Agricultural Institute (ICA) is strengthening risk-based epidemiological surveillance in Arauca to prevent and control Classical swine fever (CSF).

Representatives of the pork industry acknowledge Agriculture Minister Francisco Oliverio Espaillat's openness and willingness to engage in dialogue

Competitors present each year at the Allen D. Leman Swine Conference hosted by the University of Minnesota.

With this funding, Canada Pork will promote Canadian pork in new and emerging markets across Asia, Europe, and the Americas.

Smart farrowing pen: AI-supported animal welfare analysis and adaptive housing control.

EU production in January-April 2026 amounted to 7.6 M tonnes. Both import and export volumes increased.


Producer-led advisory committees bring perspectives to guide checkoff programs across domestic marketing, human nutrition, innovation and pork quality, international marketing, swine health and We Care.

Swine inventory and production are expected to remain stable in 2027, supported by solid demand and pork's price advantage over beef. However, pork imports are set to slow following a sharp 2026 surge that left elevated stocks.

A new rubber mat made in Germany, developed in Canada, scientifically validated with over 600 sows, could transform farrowing barn management worldwide.

Under the theme Turning insight into action for Canada’s animal health and welfare system, Forum 2026 focused on current and emerging issues affecting animal health and welfare in Canada.

Two new specialised solution for performance-oriented monogastric concepts.

The program will provide up to $50 million in new funding to help states start or expand their own meat inspection programs.

