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MEPs call for prudent use of antibiotics and more research
Antimicrobial resistance is one of the top three health threats in the EU.
EU renews temporary trade liberalization with Ukraine
The suspension of all customs duties, quotas, and trade defense measures on Ukrainian exports is renewed.
Italy: ASF now in the Campania Region
This is the fifth region affected by African swine fever (ASF) in the country.
EU and US agree on simpler rules for more trade in veterinary products
Bringing medicines to the market has become faster and less costly.
EU: Possible repercussions of the revision of the Animal Welfare Directive
Copa and Cogeca have commissioned the first comprehensive report to better understand the economic, social, and environmental impacts of the concept popularized by the European citizens' initiative "End the Cage Age".

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Germany approves origin labeling regulations for fresh meat
The new regulation extends the indication of the origin of fresh, chilled, and frozen pork, sheep, goat, and poultry meat to non-prepackaged meat.
Brazil: Santa Catarina surpasses US$ 1 billion in meat exports in the first four months of 2023
Santa Catarina was responsible for 55% of Brazil's exported quantity of pork this year and 57% of the value.
U.S. opens new national bio and agro-defense facility
This facility is the first of its kind in the United States and will allow scientists to study and diagnose critical animal diseases.
UK government delivers manifesto commitments on animal welfare
Animal welfare to be enhanced with launch of the Animal Sentience Committee and consultation on penalty notices.
Brazil: Historic soybean harvest in Mato Grosso do Sul
Soybean production reached a record 15 million tons, with increased planted area and yields.
South Korea reopened for German pork
The first three German slaughter and processing plants were re-approved by the Korean authorities for export to South Korea.

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Mexican pork production up 1.8% in the first four months of the year
The growth rate of pork production was higher than that of beef and similar to that of poultry.
EFSA’s StopASF campaign extended
The campaign raises awareness about how to detect, prevent, and report African swine fever.
UK pig sector closer to profitability in Q1
While margins were still negative, improving pig prices and feed costs moved the sector much closer to profitability.
Japan reopens market to heat-processed pork from Italy
Excludes pork from areas affected by African swine fever.
EU : stricter rules to reduce industrial emissions
MEPs voted to include pig farms and poultry farms with more than 200 livestock units (LSU).
Romania reports ASF outbreak affecting nearly 18,000 pigs
The large swine farm is located in Cenei, Timiș County.

Mexico approved to export chilled pork to Singapore
Currently, six establishments in Mexico are approved to export chilled pork to Singapore.
Meat substitutes continue to trend in Germany
The market for vegetarian or vegan alternatives to meat continues to grow, with production up 6.5% compared to 2021.
Argentina: Record soybean imports
Due to the decrease in soybean production, Argentina's raw material import needs are increasing in order to keep mills running.
Denmark accelerates PRRS control program
The program that went into effect on May 15, 2023 has already tested a large part of the pig inventory.
U.S. introduces Animal Health Bill
The legislation reauthorizes animal disease prevention and management programs and provides funding through 2028.
Spain establishes the role of the farm veterinarian
According to the Royal Decree, the farm veterinarian shall carry out regular, in-person sanitary and animal welfare supervision of the livestock farm.

