PigTail by WEDA: The camera-based image processing system for sorting chutes wins the DLG Innovation Award EuroTier 2026 (Silver)
PigTail: AI-based curly tail detection and digital herd monitoring in the sorting chute.
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Danish Crown introduces major organizational change to strengthen valorisation and the business
Danish Crown is taking the new strategic step in its ambition to strengthen the Group's position as a leading European food company.
Italy implements EU rules against greenwashing
The Greenwashing Directive or the Empowering Consumers Directive will become applicable throughout the European Union.
Brazil: Live hog prices rise for the first time this year
The industry saw a more intense and steady pace of business, contributing to the first price increase of the year for both live pigs and carcasses.
NOVUS President and CEO Dan Meagher receives 2026 International Visionary Award
The award celebrates the achievements of top global business leaders and their impact on international leadership.
Canada: New Alberta CPE feed requirement
A new feed requirement for Alberta producers participating in the Canadian Pork Excellence (CPE) program will come into effect on January 1, 2027.
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In the topic ..BESTMIX challenges feed producers to expect more from feed formulation software at EuroTier 2026
BESTMIX, a software company serving feed, pet food and food producers worldwide, announced its participation in EuroTier 2026, taking place 10 to 13 November in Hannover, Germany, at Booth 20B12.
Argentina: Soybean crushing in August reached 10-season high
Soybean crushing increased by 8.81% compared to the same month of 2025.
Poland: ASF outbreak reported in domestic pigs in Podlaskie Voivodeship
This is the first ASF outbreak in pigs in the Voivodeship in 2026.
Brazil: Santa Catarina breaks pork export record in 2026
Santa Catarina exported 437.4 thousand tons of pork between January and July 2026, generating US$ 1.09 billion in revenue—a record for the period.
FAO Meat Price Index down in September
The decline reflected lower poultry and pig meat quotations, while bovine and ovine meat prices remained broadly stable.
EU agricultural output prices fall as input costs rise
EU agricultural output prices fell 5.8% year-on-year in Q2 2026, while input costs rose 4.7%, driven by energy and fertilisers.
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3tres3 at SPACE 2026: Forty editions dedicated to the livestock industry
SPACE held its 40th edition in Rennes, and 3tres3 was there once again to learn about the latest developments and reconnect with industry professionals.
FEFAC calls for an EU contingency plan to safeguard essential EU feed supplies
FEFAC calls on the European Commission and Member States to set up a contingency plan before the end of 2026.
FAO Cereal Price Index climbs in September
Logistical constraints and trade disruptions pushed world cereal prices up further in September.
Meat Institute celebrates 120th Anniversary of serving the U.S. meat and poultry industry
Milestone marks more than a century of advocacy, food safety leadership and member service.
SKW Piesteritz: Reducing emissions from the barn to the field
From livestock farming and manure to mineral fertilisation: SKW Piesteritz showcases solutions for reducing emissions in agriculture at EuroTier 2026.
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NewsEU pork production and exports set to decline in 2027
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.
SPACE 2026: AI and water management gain ground in livestock farming
Precision feeding, AI, biosecurity and water management were key themes among the innovations presented at the 40th SPACE.
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.
Nucléus secures strategic partnership in Ukraine for the distribution and production of PN3 genetics
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.
Brazilian meat production is expected to exceed 34 million metric tons in 2026 and 2027
Projections for broiler and swine production are expected to contribute positively to the overall production of the three main protein sources consumed by Brazilians.
Canadian swine and pork outlook for 2027
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.
EU proposes simplifying and streamlining food and feed safety requirements
The proposal simplifies rules and procedures from plant protection products and biocidal products, to feed, official controls, and animal health and welfare.
EU agri-food trade remains solid in 2026, pigmeat exports down
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.