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Spain: live pig imports continue to increase
The Ministry reminds stakeholders of the importance of remaining vigilant and implementing adequate biosecurity measures on farms.
Smithfield Foods to close one of the largest pork processing plant indefinitely amid COVID-19
The plant is one of the largest pork processing facilities in the U.S.
Russia: pork production increases 10%, prices down
According to the National Union of Pig Breeders, the industry showed significant growth in the first quarter of 2020, continuing the positive trend of 2019.
New processing plants closed due to the presence of COVID-19 in workers
Nicaragua pork production increases

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Chile will be able to export pork to the Caribbean Community market
US pork exports on record pace for February despite global challenges
COVID-19: Latin American and Caribbean countries regulating the food supply chain
Canadian pork processing plant closes due to COVID-19 cases among workers
This temporary closure will affect nearly 1,000 employees.
China newly approves 450 pork companies for import
In an effort to ensure the safe supply of meat and pork in the domestic market during the COVID-19 epidemic, China approves hundreds of new companies for import.
Mexico: ensuring food supply during the COVID-19 emergency


Colombia and other countries implement additional measures to facilitate international trade
Vietnam government strives to lower pork prices
The Ministry of Agriculture met with large pig enterprises to discuss solutions for how to lower the pork price down to VND 60,000 / kg.
How does COVID-19 affect world grain output estimates?
Will logistical challenges hinder grain trade? Will restrictions prevent crops from being planted? The International Grains Council asks.
USA hog inventory up 4% in March 2020
Quarterly hog inventory from the USDA: market, breeding, and weaned pig numbers as of March 1.
China: Slowly but surely recovering?
COVID-19: Ensuring free movement of food and supplies between South American countries
South American Ministers of Agriculture discussed the harmonization of standards to ensure the free movement of food and supplies.

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Member States should preserve the free circulation of all goods. They should guarantee the supply chain of perishable food products and livestock.
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