Thailand reopens doors to Italian cured pork
Negotiations with Thailand were fruitful. The market had been closed after the first cases of African swine fever in Italy in 2022.
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As in previous years: Severe summer difficulties at slaughterhouses
Spanish slaughterhouses are between a rock and a hard place. The heat will accentuate the supply shortage. Pig prices are increasing or staying the same, pork prices are decreasing, and consequently, margins are deteriorating.
U.S: Texas prohibits the sale of cell-cultured meat
The sale of cell-cultured protein for human consumption is prohibited in the state of Texas.
More U.S. pork plants approved to export to China
Approval of these additional 23 pork processing plants opens further trade opportunities for certain types of U.S. pork products.
Vietstock 2025 – Vietnam’s Premier Livestock Industry Event
Vietstock 2025 is the premier B2B exhibition in Vietnam and Southeast Asia, dedicated to livestock production, animal feed, animal health, and meat processing. Taking place from October 8–10, 2025, at SECC in Ho Chi Minh City.
Olymel to build state-of-the-art integrated plant in Trois-Rivières
A major expansion of its La Fernandière plant in Trois-Rivières will allow Olymel to better serve its customers in Canada and abroad.
Dominican Republic: New biosecure farms awarded certificates under the National Swine Biosecurity Plan
The joint effort between FAO, USDA APHIS, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the General Directorate of Livestock of the Dominican Republic aims to modernize the swine industry and strengthen its value chain.
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.
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.
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.
