Modelling the global economic consequences of a major ASF outbreak in China
Simulations predict a decline in pig production, increase in pork prices, and a slight decrease in per capita calorie availability in China.
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China strengthens tracking of hog transport to control animal disease
China will step up the regulation of hog transport to further contain the spread of African swine fever, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs said.
World total meat production is forecast to contract in 2020
World total meat production is forecast to fall by 1.7 percent in 2020. World pig meat output is forecast to record a sharp contraction.
EU: Despite challenges, pork and other agri-foods saw export growth in February
EU pork exports to China were exceptionally high in February. Export and import numbers for wheat, grains, and oil seeds.
US pork facilities are now operating at 95% following shutdowns due to COVID-19
United States meatpacking facilities are operating at more than 95% of capacity compared to 2019.
Colombia exports pork to the Ivory Coast for the first time
After the Angolan market opened last year, the Ivory Coast will now be the second African market to open its borders to Colombian pork.
France: pork trade surplus increases
In 2019, the trade surplus for livestock products was EUR 600 million, an increase of EUR 103 million, after several years of decline.
SHIC receives USDA grant to open ASF dialogue and research in Asia
The grant will allow US and Vietnamese officials to share veterinary knowledge and ways to prevent African swine fever from further spreading.
CPF to make its foods based on circular economy principle
Charoen Pokphand Foods PLC (CPF) set to increase ration of renewable energy and promote sustainability in its value chain in line with the UN's sustainable development goals.
DLG and 2LM organize the new Konekilleri exhibition in Finland
DLG and 2LM sign a cooperation agreement to organize the new annual livestock technology exhibition, Konekilleri, to benefit livestock farmers.
Suicide prevention program available virtually to agriculture producers
In response to the additional stress farmers are going through with COVID-19, Iowa State University Extension is offering online suicide prevention training and shares other helpful resources.
EU: New animal health regulations
The OJEU has published seven new regulations concerning the Animal Health Law.
CPF appreciates investors for their trust
Demand for the Bond subscription over its target of 25,000 million baht.
Spain:Quarterly pork production increases again
During the first quarter of this year, Spain produced 1,329,943 tons of pork, an increase of 4.42% with respect to the same period last year.
France strengthens meat origin labelling
Labelling of the origin of pork, poultry, sheep, goat, and minced meat will be mandatory for dining and food service.
Colombia: Control of classical swine fever in miniature pigs
The ICA will publish regulations for the production, sale, and keeping of miniature pigs in relation to the risk of spreading CSF.