Disasters, population trends, and their impact on the U.S. pork packing sector
Findings suggest physical capacity is not the only factor influencing processing rates and highlight existing vulnerabilities to labor shortages.
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Maple Leaf Foods announces incoming chief financial officer of the pork complex
Deepak Bhandari has been named as Chief Financial Officer for the Company’s pork business, which is set to be spun off as an independent, publicly traded company in 2025.
Smithfield Foods carves out European business
Smithfield Foods announces the carve out of its European operations.
Vion sells shares in Vilshofen and Landshut to Erzeugergemeinschaft Südbayern
Vion Food Group announces the signing of an agreement to sell its shares in the Vilshofen and Landshut operations to Erzeugergemeinschaft Südbayern (EG Südbayern), which previously held a 49% stake in these facilities.
Niels Duedahl becomes new Group CEO of Danish Crown
The board of Danish Crown has appointed Niels Duedahl as the new Group CEO.
55th AASV Annual Meeting summary: Miscellaneous
Antonio Palomo summarizes the presentations from the latest AASV, ranging from the future of the veterinary profession to the eradication of diseases, hog prices, and experiences in improving pig survival.
Nutreco announces opening of first cell feed production facility
This facility produces the first cell feed product developed specifically for the cell-cultured meat industry.
Pork consumption in Europe in 2023
Consumption is falling except in Germany and Italy. This trend is explained by food insecurity and ready-to-eat products.
Forecasts for the global pork industry (2024 - 2033)
According to the latest estimates from the OECD - FAO Agricultural Outlook 2024 - 2033, Asia and Latin America will be the regions that will grow the most in the next 10 years, while Europe is expected to see decreases in its key indicators.
Smithfield Foods completes purchase of dry sausage facility from Cargill
The transaction fuels Smithfield's strategy of continued growth in the value-added packaged meats segment.
Russia quadruples pork exports to China
Russia quadrupled pork supplies to China in June to 3.8 million dollars
Mexico: Just 5 states accounted for 60% of the pig inventory in 2023
Jalisco and Yucatán grew the most last year, with rates close to 3%.
Spain promotes pork in the Philippines
Spain is the main pork supplier to the Philippines, with 145,000 tons exported in 2023.
Spain strengthens border controls on agri-food exports and imports
The Government has established a common integrated system of official border controls for agri-food exports and imports.
Spain prepares its National Food Strategy
The national strategy will enable Spain to take a leading position in the debate on sustainable food systems, which is already on the agenda of international organizations.
Argentina: Uncertainty for corn 2024/25
Planting intentions fell 30% compared to last year in the region. Fear of the lack of rains in September, La Niña, leaf hoppers, and the lower harvest price explain the drop.