Denmark: Awareness of the animal welfare label is increasing among consumers
The vast majority of Danes are aware of the State Animal Welfare Label "Better animal welfare".
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Significant increase in Russian pork exports in 2023
After a decline in 2022, exports of pork products increased by 59% in 2023.
Effects of dietary inclusion of fermented sorghum distiller’s dried grains with soluble on carcass traits and meat quality in growing-finishing pigs
Fermented sorghum distiller’s dried grains with soluble in growing-finishing pigs diets may improve carcass traits and meat quality.
WHO publishes the Medically Important Antimicrobials List for Humans
The responsible and prudent use of antimicrobials needs to be improved in all sectors - human, animal, plant/crop, and environment - to preserve their public health benefits.
To strengthen Canada's position in the global pork sector
Government of Canada announces investment to further strengthen Canada's position in the global pork sector
Effects of the addition of glycerin, vitamin C and niacinamide to the diet of growing and finishing crossbred pigs on carcass characteristics and meat quality
Dietary glycerin, vitamin C, and niacinamide supplementation in growing-finishing pigs may enhance the color, flavor, and nutritional value of pork.
New decrease in Spanish pork exports in 2023
During the past year, Spanish exports of pork and prepared products to third countries decreased by 16%.
Alabama bans food products produced from cultured animal cells
The Alabama Senate unanimously approved legislation that would prohibit the manufacture, sale or distribution of food products produced from cultured animal cells within Alabama.
U.S. pork export value sets annual record
Led by a record-shattering performance in Mexico and broad-based growth in other markets, U.S. pork exports set a value record in 2023.
Germany: Meat production falls by 4% in 2023
In 2023 pork production in Germany decreased significantly, while beef production remained almost unchanged. There was a slight increase in poultry.
Tyson Foods opens new food production facility to meet demand for iconic bacon brands
The new plant in Bowling Green, Kentucky was built to support a significant expansion of its bacon production capabilities.
Belgium sends first shipment of pork to China since the embargo lifted
After six years, a Belgian container full of pig heads, ears, and snouts left for China.
Germany: Origin labeling for meat enters into force
As of February 1, 2024, it is mandatory in Germany for points of sale to label the origin of fresh, chilled, or frozen pork, sheep, goat, and poultry meat that is not packaged.
Global meat prices down in January
Pig meat quotations declined slightly due to a drop in import purchases by China and abundant supplies from some producing countries.
Low-protein diets supplemented with sodium dichloroacetate and glucose: the effect on growth performance, carcass traits, and meat quality of growing-finishing pigs
Low-protein diets supplemented with sodium dichloroacetate and glucose may improve muscle protein deposition in growing-finishing pigs.
New Belgian animal welfare label set to launch this year
The new animal welfare label "Better for animals" is awarded to products that make extra efforts for animal welfare beyond the legal requirements.
