Russia: Agricultural product exports in the first half of the year up 18%
In the first half of the year, Russia supplied $15 billion worth of food products to foreign markets - an 18% increase over the same period last year.
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VIV Asia, Meat Pro Asia, and ILDEX exhibitions postponed
VNU announces new dates for the Asian shows, as vaccination plans and Covid situation are clearer in the region.
China's pork production expected to drop 14% in 2022
USDA predicts that pork production in China will decrease in 2022 due to low inventories and a smaller sow herd.
Bulgaria: First ASF outbreaks in domesticated pigs of 2021
Two farms have reported outbreaks of ASF so far in 2021 affecting a total of 13,124 susceptible animals.
U.S. pork exports continue at record levels in June
U.S. pork exports closed the first half of the year on a strong note, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
Argentina: Record planting for the 21/22 season
The 21/22 season will have a record sowing of 8.25 million hectares.
EU: Concern over possible ban on use of certain antibiotics for animal health
In mid-September, the European Parliament is due to vote on a ban on the use in animals of antibiotics of importance in humans.
U.S. announces plan for zoonotic disease surveillance
This investment will ultimately help prevent and minimize the negative impacts of COVID-19 and other emerging and zoonotic diseases on animal health, the economy, public health, and food security.
South Korea: First ASF outbreaks of the year in domesticated pigs
So far three ASF outbreaks on pig farms have been reported in 2021.
Global pig meat prices fell in July while FAO meat price index rose
While poultry, ovine, and bovine meat prices increased, global pork prices fell in July.
Study finds EU origin labelling rules still relevant for the consumer
A report on the implementation and impact of mandatory indication of the country of origin for certain meats has been published.
Uncertainties with China to shape global market, says Rabobank
According to Rabobank's quarterly report, redistribution of pork trade could place downward pressure on pork prices in exporting regions.
Boehringer Ingelheim to keep supplying U.S. foot-and-mouth disease vaccine bank
Boehringer Ingelheim will continue supplying antigen for a vaccine bank that protects U.S. livestock from a potential outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease.
EuroTier 2022 with guiding theme "Transforming Animal Farming"
Next EuroTier und EnergyDecentral trade fairs from 15 to 18 November 2022 in Hanover – Platform for innovations and solution strategies – also available on DLG’s online platform
Canadian Pork Council: Pork producers share election priorities
Calling on parties to support the sector’s growth potential
SEGES: Freedom for sows during farrowing and lactation is the future
Sharing knowledge and experiences is a key component of success in implementing the forthcoming changes in sow housing. This was highlighted at the international workshop “Freedom in Farrowing and Lactation 2021”.