
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.


PigTail: AI-based curly tail detection and digital herd monitoring in the sorting chute.

The concept aims to ensure that the pigs benefit from natural ventilation for as long as possible.

With Android and iOS apps now available, PigOS puts barn-side records, KPI alerts against country benchmarks, and AI answers grounded in each farm's own data on the smartphone.

DestorFarm is based on Meier-Brakenberg’s disinfection gates for all-round vehicle decontamination and has been specifically further developed for use on livestock farms.

The award celebrates the achievements of top global business leaders and their impact on international leadership.

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.

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The Greenwashing Directive or the Empowering Consumers Directive will become applicable throughout the European Union.

Danish Crown is taking the new strategic step in its ambition to strengthen the Group's position as a leading European food company.

A new feed requirement for Alberta producers participating in the Canadian Pork Excellence (CPE) program will come into effect on January 1, 2027.

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.

EU agricultural output prices fell 5.8% year-on-year in Q2 2026, while input costs rose 4.7%, driven by energy and fertilisers.

Soybean crushing increased by 8.81% compared to the same month of 2025.



SPACE held its 40th edition in Rennes, and 3tres3 was there once again to learn about the latest developments and reconnect with industry professionals.

This is the first ASF outbreak in pigs in the Voivodeship in 2026.

The decline reflected lower poultry and pig meat quotations, while bovine and ovine meat prices remained broadly stable.

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.

FEFAC calls on the European Commission and Member States to set up a contingency plan before the end of 2026.

Logistical constraints and trade disruptions pushed world cereal prices up further in September.

Milestone marks more than a century of advocacy, food safety leadership and member service.


Precision feeding, AI, biosecurity and water management were key themes among the innovations presented at the 40th SPACE.

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.

From livestock farming and manure to mineral fertilisation: SKW Piesteritz showcases solutions for reducing emissions in agriculture at EuroTier 2026.

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.

