Foot-and-Mouth Disease Cases Surge Across South Africa
South Africa faces an increasing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. Livestock testing and biosecurity measures intensify in affected regions.
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Belgium: More pig farms join buy-out scheme
In total, 366 pig farms will be bought out by the Flemish government.
Taiwan eliminates tariffs on Paraguayan pork
This exceptional measure comes into effect on July 5 and is a historic step forward in trade relations between the two countries.
333 Survey on pig prices in 2025: European expectations down, up in the Americas, and mixed in Asia
Price expectations vary by continent.
The EU adopts new tariffs on fertilizers from Russia and Belarus
The Council has finally adopted a Regulation imposing new tariffs on agricultural products and certain fertilizers originating from Russia and Belarus.
Germany: Bundeskartellamt prohibits takeover of Vion slaughterhouses by Tönnies
The Bundeskartellamt has prohibited plans by Tönnies to acquire several companies and assets from Vion.
EU pork exports up in first quarter, especially to China
Shipments to China increased by 10%, while exports to other destinations such as Japan and the United Kingdom decreased.
Impact of the EU-Mercosur agreement on the swine industry: Prospects and challenges
On December 6, 2024, the final trade agreement between the European Union (EU) and Mercosur was signed. This agreement is considered historic due to its magnitude, creating a goods and services market of approximately 800 million consumers and representing a quarter of the global GDP.
The Philippines to address pork price surge
PHP1.6 billion has been allotted to implement measures aimed at addressing the spike in retail pork prices.
Hong Kong's first multi-storey, modernised, and environment-friendly pig farming project
The Government has reserved a site and is accepting applications to construct and operate the pig farm.
WOAH recognizes new FMD-free zones in Latin America
Bolivia and Brazil were recently recognized by the World Organization for Animal Health as countries free of foot and mouth disease without vaccination. This is a significant milestone for regional livestock health and a crucial step forward for international trade of animals and animal products.
EU: Several member states concerned about Mercosur agreement
France, Austria, and Hungary share concerns about the draft agreement with Mercosur.
Brazilian pork exports up 14% in May
Brazilian pork exports grew by 13.7% in May 2025, totaling 118,700 tons, according to ABPA. The main destination was the Philippines, with an increase of 115%.
China extends anti-dumping investigation into EU pork
The anti-dumping investigation on imports of pork and pork by-products originating from the European Union has been extended.
Argentina: Corn production expected to increase 10% in core region
The crop is preparing to recover ground. At least 170,000 ha could be added in the next planting.
U.S. April pork exports below year-ago levels
Due in part to a sharp decline in shipments to China, April exports of U.S. pork trended lower than a year ago, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).