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The strong performance is explained not only by an increase in the area planted but also by improved yields. However, the final result still depends on the weather, a determining factor for the development of second and third-harvest crops.

As expected, the agency made further cuts in estimated production volumes for Argentina's crops, while for the other countries, there were no significant changes. The first forecasts for the 2023/24 season will be released in the May 12 report.

The visit of the Vice Administrator, Mr. Jia Qian, and his delegation was an opportunity to exchange information on grain production and distribution in the countries of the region.

Agri-food trade in 2022 saw good performance despite challenges.

Pigmeat remained the European Union's leading exporting meat product despite a decrease.

The decrease was possible due to various sector initiatives to reduce the use of antibiotics in agricultural animals.

The EU Commissioner for Agriculture responds to recommendations regarding environmental and climate challenges, animal health, and animal welfare to improve the resilience of the swine industry.

EU oilseed production could reach a new record in 2023/24 while cereal production is also expected to increase, according to short-term outlook report.

The Philippines expects increased pork production in 2023 and decreased imports.

There were 9.1 million farms in the EU in 2020, down the equivalent of 37% from 2005.

Global meat consumption is expected to increase by 2030, while a shift in market preferences from traditional meat to plant alternatives can be observed.

Little change in overall feed production is expected for 2023/24 but corn utilization in feed rations should rise.

The government has committed to regulating pig contracts to support the supply chain and provide greater certainty across the whole sector.