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| 8369 | Albania, another market for Argentine meat | Senasa received notification from the Sanitary Service of the Republic of Albania regarding the official opening of its market to Argentine beef for human consumption - with the exception of mechanically separated beef - and the approval of the corresponding International Veterinary Certificate (IVC), which will accompany shipments to that destination. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Regarding Argentine establishments that will be allowed to export to that country, the Department of Veterinary and Animal Welfare of the Albanian Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development stated that those formally authorized to ship beef to the European Union, in accordance with the pre-listing system agreed upon with the EU, will be considered valid.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During 2024, Senasa certified the export of 934,977 tons of beef products from Argentine to various international markets, led by China, Israel, Russia, the United States, and Germany. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-09 00:10:37 | 2025-08-05 15:48:08 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8367 | USMEF: February pork and beef exports below year-ago | February exports of U.S. pork were moderately lower than a year ago, despite continued success in Mexico and Central America, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). February beef exports were also below last year after trending higher in January, while lamb muscle cut exports posted a year-over-year increase for the fifth consecutive month. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">February pork exports totaled 241,179 metric tons (mt), down 4% from the large year-ago volume, while value fell 2% to $671.5 million. For the first two months of 2025, pork exports were 3% below last year’s record pace at 485,144 mt, with value down 2% to $1.34 billion.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"I can’t say enough about the tremendous demand for U.S. pork in Mexico and Central America, where the U.S. industry continues to move a wider range of center-of-the-plate cuts to a variety of end users", said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. "Unfortunately, the strong performance there has been offset by a slow start to the year in Japan and South Korea. And although February shipments to China were slightly above last year, exports may have been larger if not for the uncertainty over plant eligibility, which wasn’t resolved until mid-March".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In February and March of this year, many U.S. pork, beef and poultry plants and cold storage facilities were due for a five-year eligibility renewal by China’s General Administration of Customs (GACC). Pork and poultry plants were renewed on the March 16 expiration date, but GACC still has not renewed the eligibility of any U.S. beef establishments, and the majority of U.S. beef production is now ineligible for China. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Beef exports totaled 98,198 mt in February, down 5.5% from a year ago, while value declined 4% to just over $800 million. January-February shipments were 1% below last year’s pace at 201,038 mt, but value increased 1% to $1.6 billion.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It was encouraging to see beef exports to Korea trend higher despite considerable economic and political headwinds, and Canada’s demand for U.S. beef has been very robust to start the year", Halstrom said. "But exports to China lost momentum in February, likely due in part to the slowdown after Chinese New Year and the questions about plant eligibility. Unfortunately, China has still failed to address the issue of beef plant renewals. This impasse definitely hit our March beef shipments even harder, and the severe impact will continue until China lives up to its commitments under the Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China also announced additional retaliatory duties of 34%, to take effect April 10. This will create further obstacles for U.S. pork and beef exports to China. Halstrom noted that new U.S. tariffs have also created uncertainty for buyers of U.S. red meat in other destinations where retaliation could impact market access and prices. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"USMEF is hopeful that instead of retaliating, other trading partners will choose to lower trade barriers for U.S. exports", he said. "This would certainly ease the concerns of importers and reduce volatility in the global markets".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Robust pork demand in Central America and Mexico offset by slowdown in Japan, Korea</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Although February pork exports to leading market Mexico saw a slight year-over-year decline in volume (93,178 mt, down 1%), value still climbed 7% to $202.6 million – the eighth consecutive month in which shipments to Mexico have topped $200 million. Through February, pork exports to Mexico were slightly ahead of last year’s record pace in volume (197,680 mt, up 1%) and 7% higher in value ($424.6 million).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Demand for U.S. pork in Central America continues to soar, with February exports up 16% from a year ago to 14,164 mt, while value climbed 18% to $43.3 million. February shipments to Guatemala were the second largest on record at 3,974 mt. These results pushed January-February exports 19% ahead of the record pace of 2024 at 28,674, with value up 24% to $89.9 million, led by robust growth in Honduras, Guatemala and Costa Rica.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">February pork exports to China/Hong Kong were 5% higher than a year ago at 38,492 mt, while value was up 8% to $93.1 million. Through February, pork exports to China/Hong Kong were also 5% above last year at 76,088 mt, valued at $185.5 million (up 9%). About two-thirds of the export volume to this region is pork variety meat, although those shipments fell 5% through February to just under 50,000 mt. As noted above, eligibility for export to China was recently renewed for a large number of U.S. pork plants, removing a potential obstacle. However, an additional 10% retaliatory duty on U.S. pork entering China has been in place since March 10. This increased China’s effective tariff rate on U.S. pork to 47%, while most competitors’ products are tariffed at 12%. Effective April 10, China’s total tariff rate on U.S. pork and pork variety meat is set to increase to 81%.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Other January-February results for U.S. pork exports include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Pork exports to the Philippines reached 4,626 mt in February, up 35% from a year ago, while valued climbed 62% to $11 million. For January through February, exports climbed 20% to 7,771 mt, valued at $17.9 million (up 48%). More than half of this year’s export volume to the Philippines consists of pork variety meat, with those shipments steady with last year at 4,108 mt. The Philippines was last year’s third largest destination for U.S. pork variety meat exports after China/Hong Kong and Mexico.</li> <li>Cuba’s demand for U.S. pork continued to show promise in February, more than tripling from a year ago to 1,353 mt (up 210% and the second highest on record), while value climbed 259% to just under $4 million. Through February, pork exports to Cuba were up 129% in volume (2,278 mt) and 169% in value ($7.3 million).</li> <li>February pork exports to New Zealand totaled 864 mt, up 19% from a year ago, while value was up 54% to $3.7 million. Through February, shipments to New Zealand climbed 43% to 1,927 mt, valued at $7.6 million (up 59%). With demand from Australia trending moderately lower than last year’s strong levels, pork exports to Oceania were down 1% to 18,634 mt, while value was 2% below last year’s record pace at $66.4 million.</li> <li>Pork exports to South Korea were robust during the first half of 2024 but lost momentum later in the year. This trend continued into 2025, with exports through February falling 18% from a year ago to 34,332 mt, with value down 20% to $109.3 million.</li> <li>Similar to Korea, pork exports to Japan are off to a slow start in 2025. Shipments through February were 19% below last year’s pace in both volume (45,680 mt) and value ($185.7 million).</li> <li>Pork export value per head slaughtered equated to $66.07 in February, up 6% year-over-year. The January-February average was $61.93 per head, up 1%. Exports accounted for 30.5% of total February pork production and 26.3% of muscle cuts, each up about one percentage point from a year ago. The January-February ratios were fairly steady with last year at 28.7% of total production and 25% for muscle cuts.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Beef exports higher to Korea and Canada; Uncertainty looms for China</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">February beef exports to leading value market South Korea were slightly above last year at 18,540 mt, while value climbed 4% to $179.8 million. Through February, shipments to Korea edged 1% higher than a year ago at 37,341 mt, while value increased 6% to $362.2 million. Korea’s BSE-related ban on U.S. beef from cattle more than 30 months of age has recently drawn heightened attention from U.S. trade officials.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Removal of this restriction, as well as restrictions on processed beef products, could offer growth opportunities in Korea, especially in a period of tight beef supplies and elevated prices.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Canada’s demand for U.S. beef remained strong in February, with shipments increasing 22% from a year ago to 8,403 mt, while value climbed 21% at $71.1 million. Through February, shipments to Canada were 21% above last year’s pace at 16,860 mt, valued at $137 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Beef exports to Egypt, which are mostly beef livers, trended significantly higher than a year ago in February, climbing 15% to 3,390 mt, valued at $6.4 million (up 39%). January-February shipments to Egypt increased 13% to 7,420 mt, while value jumped 36% to $13.7 million. The Middle East’s largest destination for U.S. beef muscle cuts is the United Arab Emirates (UAE), and shipments to the UAE stalled late last year due to halal certification issues. Although January-February exports to the UAE were below last year’s volume, demand rebounded significantly compared to the low totals posted in the fourth quarter of 2024. February shipments to the UAE reached 317 mt, the highest since September. January-February exports to the UAE were 13% higher in value ($10.5 million) despite a 30% decline in volume (625 mt). For the entire Middle East region, January-February exports were slightly above last year’s pace in both volume (9,453 mt, up 3%) and value (just under $40 million, up 2%).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Other January-February results for U.S. beef exports include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Led primarily by growth in the Philippines, February beef exports to the ASEAN climbed 24% from a year ago to 2,230 mt, valued at $16.6 million (up 4%). Through February, exports to the region were 15% higher in volume (4,091 mt) and 10% higher in value ($32.3 million). While shipments to Indonesia were also above last year’s low volume, market access continues to be problematic. USMEF is working with U.S. trade officials to improve the reliability of the Indonesian market, which is an important destination for short plate and beef variety meat but also holds untapped potential for other muscle cuts. Restoring access to Indonesia is a top priority, especially given heightened trade obstacles in China, which takes a similar mix of products.</li> <li>Beef exports to Central America have dipped slightly in volume in 2025, falling 2% from last year’s record pace at 3,860 mt. But value has grown impressively, climbing 20% to $32.8 million, led by surging demand in Costa Rica and larger shipments to Guatemala and Panama. February exports to Panama reached the highest monthly value on record at $3.6 million.</li> <li>Although down from a year ago, January-February beef exports to Mexico remained relatively strong at 37,269 mt (down 7%), valued at $221.8 million (down 5%). Mexico is the largest volume destination for U.S. beef variety meat, and those shipments have trended higher in 2025. Through February, beef variety meat exports to Mexico were up 4% in volume (21,016 mt) and were 5% higher in value ($56.5 million). This included strong increases in exports of beef lips ($15.4 million, up 12%) and hearts ($8.3 million, up 18%). </li> <li>January-February exports to Japan were down 8% in volume (38,163 mt) and 6% in value ($283.3 million). Beef muscle cut exports to Japan fared better, gaining 2% in value ($228.7 million) despite a 5% decline in volume (32,405 mt). But variety meat exports – mainly tongues and skirts – were sharply lower at 5,758 mt (down 21%), valued at $54.6 million (down 29%). The U.S. is still the leading supplier of tongues to Japan with 42% market share, followed by Australia and Canada. The U.S. holds 75% market share for chilled tongues. </li> <li>Taiwan’s demand for U.S. beef surged in the second half of last year but has slowed in 2025. Through February, shipments to Taiwan were down 14% from a year ago to 7,126 mt, valued at $87.1 million (down 6%). But on a positive note, Taiwan’s imports of U.S. chilled beef increased 13% through February, reaching 3,842 mt, and capturing 73% market share.</li> <li>Beef exports to China/Hong Kong trended lower in February, falling 15% from a year ago to 15,415 mt, valued at $135.5 million (down 19%). Because of a strong January performance, exports through February were still 5% above last year at 34,173 mt, though value fell slightly to $298.5 million. Even more concerning is the fate of U.S. exports to China moving forward, due to the aforementioned delay in China’s renewal of beef plant registrations. China also imposed an additional 10% retaliatory duty on U.S. beef on March 10, raising the effective tariff rate to 22%. Effective April 10, China’s total duty rate is set to increase to 56%. U.S. beef’s primary competitor in China – grain-fed beef from Australia – enjoys duty-free access under a bilateral trade agreement. New Zealand beef is also duty-free, while most other suppliers are tariffed at 12%.</li> <li>Beef export value per head of fed slaughter equated to $432.90 in February, up 5% year-over-year. The January-February average was $399.34 per head, up 3.5%. Exports accounted for a record 14.2% of total February beef production and 11.9% for muscle cuts, each slightly higher than a year ago. The January-February ratios were 13.4% of total production and 10.9% for muscle cuts, compared to 13.3% and 11.1%, respectively, during the same period last year.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Mexico’s demand for U.S. lamb cuts continues to expand</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">February exports of U.S. lamb muscle cuts totaled 214 mt, up 42% from a year ago, valued at $1.12 million (up 13%). Growth was led by Mexico, where shipments climbed 133% to 126 mt, valued at just over $400,000 (up 135%). For the second consecutive month, export volume to Mexico was the highest since November 2022. January-February exports to all destinations increased 17% in volume (469 mt) and 6% in value ($2.6 million). With a wider range of lamb cuts – including shoulder and flap meat – gaining popularity in Mexico’s foodservice sector, January-February exports to Mexico climbed 55% to 246 mt, valued at $856,000. Shipments to the Caribbean also trended higher, led by growth in Trinidad and Tobago and the Leeward-Windward Islands.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-08 00:30:10 | 2025-08-06 03:16:12 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8366 | Danish Crown creates new foundation | To ensure full focus on value creation and regain competitiveness in the pig market, Danish Crown has decided to divide its core business into three business units with immediate effect. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Danish Crown has now entered the second phase of the three-part transformation program that Group CEO Niels Duedahl put himself in charge of shortly after taking office seven months ago. The first part was about creating an overview and gaining control over the overall business. That goal has now been achieved, and the next task is to create a more efficient structure. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We must ensure a sharp focus on value creation, so we have decided to split Danish Crown's core business into three business units, each of which must generate earnings that can be passed on to the owners", says Niels Duedahl, Group CEO of Danish Crown. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Effective April 1, what was previously called Danish Crown Business Unit has been divided into three business units: Danish Crown Industry, Danish Crown Foods and Danish Crown UK. </p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>The operation of the pig slaughterhouses and sales to industrial customers will in future be the responsibility of Danish Crown Industry, which will employ approx. 5,200 employees and have a turnover of approx. 17 billion kroner. The core tasks of Industry are to ensure efficient operation of the pig slaughterhouses and sell the many different products at prices that make it attractive to deliver pigs to Danish Crown. </li> </ul> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Sales and production of both fresh and processed products for customers in retail and foodservice will in future be handled by Danish Crown Foods, which will employ approx. 3,000 employees and have a turnover of approx. 13 billion kroner. Based on efficient production, Foods' core task is to sell fresh and processed products, develop Danish Crown's brands and generate earnings for the group. </li> </ul> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>The UK business will in future become an independent business unit with around 1,000 employees and a turnover of approx. 4 billion kroner. Danish Crown UK is a growth case for the group that can best be developed with a strong and local management that is fully focused on running the UK factories efficiently and servicing customers throughout the UK. </li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The split follows a thorough analysis that establishes that the merger that took place of the then Pork and Foods in 2021 is not working as intended. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Instead of continuing to spend resources on a complex integration, we choose to make a division. All three business units will have their own management and will be measured individually. In short, they will each receive a sharp focus, and as management we will gain transparency in relation to where and how profit is created in the business", says Niels Duedahl. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During a transitional period, Niels Duedahl will be the chief executive of all three business units. A process has been initiated to find the three directors who will lead Industry, Foods and UK respectively. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Each business area will have a much sharper focus, stronger management power and know exactly where and how they can and should create profit. This will undoubtedly contribute to restoring our competitiveness on the listing, and at the same time we will set up the organization for the strategy work that we will start before the end of the year," says Niels Duedahl. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The division into the three business units is essentially a matter of internal organization. In accounting terms and in the dialogue with customers, suppliers, owners and other stakeholders, the three business units will continue to be called Danish Crown. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Danish Crown Group will now consist of eight business units in one consolidated group : Danish Crown Industry, Danish Crown Foods, Danish Crown Beef, Danish Crown UK, DAT-Schaub, ESS-FOOD, KLS, Sokolow. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-08 00:25:43 | 2025-08-06 07:29:34 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8363 | US tariffs threaten Italy’s third-largest market for cured meats | The US market, the third largest export destination for Italian cured meats, risks a severe blow due to the new duties announced by the Trump administration. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">In 2024, cured meat exports to the US reached 20,188 tons (+19.9%), for a value of 265 million euros (+20.4% compared to 2023). However, the introduction of a further 20% duty could seriously compromise this positive trend.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This new burden represents a source of concern for our companies. The increase in costs for American consumers will certainly have a negative impact" - declared Lorenzo Beretta, President of ASSICA - Associazione Industriali delle Carni e dei Salumi. "If in 2019 the US duties only affected some categories of products, such as salami, mortadella and some cooked preparations, today the measure involves the entire range, with a particularly serious impact on raw hams which are the most exported category".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The duties come at an already critical time for the Italian cured meats industry, which is also facing difficulties on the export front related to the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF), such as the closure of important markets such as Japan and China and the adoption of other restrictive measures. "The US market, which in recent years has had the greatest development and has also represented an important outlet among third countries, risks seeing this growth stop, returning to the results of 2022. This decision by the US government represents a further obstacle for our companies, already put to the test by health and commercial challenges" - concluded Beretta.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">ASSICA reiterates the need for dialogue with Italian and European institutions to identify support strategies for companies in the sector and protect the competitiveness of Made in Italy on international markets.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-08 00:10:03 | 2025-08-06 01:45:29 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8361 | AHDB: The US imposes 10 percent tariff on all UK exports | Last week, President Trump announced that the United States (US) would be implementing at least a 10% tariff on all imports effective from 5 April 2025, informs AHDB. This will include all UK exports to the US. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Several countries will be subject to country specific tariffs that will take effect on 9 April 2025. This includes 20% tariff for the EU and 54% for China (including previous tariffs announced). The 25% on Canada and Mexico that were announced last month will be unchanged.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">These announcements go against the World Trade Organisation (WTO) which aims to facilitate free, predictable and smooth global trade. The new imposed tariffs will increase barriers to trade globally. The WTO also has the “most-favored nation” (MFN) principle which means that countries cannot discriminate between their trading partners, so all members are treated equally when it comes to trade. This principle has been ignored as the US has implemented different tariffs on different countries.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The UK’s main exports to the US include machinery, cars, pharmaceuticals, fishing and electronics. The announcements also included a 25% tariff on foreign made cars. There are potential global economic implications from these announcements, as we have seen on global stock markets this morning. There could also be impacts on inflation as tariffs make imported goods more expensive, and as well as slowing down global trade volumes and subsequently slowing global economic growth.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The main agricultural exporters to the US are Canada, Mexico, the EU, Australia and New Zealand. The US imported £7bn of beef, £1.2bn of pork, £1.14bn sheep meat and £1.4bn of cheese (2022-24 3 year average).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The main exporters of beef to the US include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Canada - £1.07 billion (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>Mexico - £1.41 billion (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>Australia – £1.48 billion (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>New Zealand - £784 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The main exporters of pork to the US include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Canada - £754 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>EU - £241 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>Mexico - £119 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The main exporters of cheese to the US include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>EU - £1.02 billion (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>UK - £68 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li>Canada - £57 million (3-year average 2022-24)</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This will be a major disruptor of global trade, but the impacts will be difficult to predict until we know how the various trading partners will react. As this starts to become clear we will be able to examine the impacts on the UK and global markets. It is likely that there will be changes to trade flows and we will examine the impact how trade will be displaced especially with key agricultural exporters such as Canada, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The UK exports to the US include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li><strong>£2.9 million</strong> of fresh and frozen beef (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li><strong>£23 million</strong> of pork (3-year average 2022-24)</li> <li><strong>£68 million</strong> of cheese (3-year average 2022-24)</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Currently the UK has access to the US rest of the world quota for beef exports. This quota was filled by 17 January in 2025, and then any beef exports are subject to tariffs of 26.4%. It is unclear whether the new 10% tariffs will be additional to the current 26.4% tariff. Additionally, it is unclear whether the 10% tariff will be additional to those countries who already have Free Trade Agreements in place.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Further clarification is needed regarding the how these tariffs will be implemented alongside current FTAs, quotas and agreements. AHDB will be monitoring this and doing more in depth analysis on the implication of the tariffs on global trade and the economy.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-07 00:10:07 | 2025-08-06 06:53:42 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8359 | New Zealand red meat sector disappointed at tariffs move | New Zealand’s red meat sector is disappointed by the United States’ decision to impose tariffs on New Zealand exports. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Our global markets are inter-connected and we need to take the time to fully assess the implications of any disruption to trade flows", says Sirma Karapeeva, chief executive of the Meat Industry Association (MIA).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"However, New Zealand exporters are highly responsive to global market dynamics and maintain strong commercial relationships that enable us to adapt and remain flexible. Our exporters can also continue to trade into the US.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"New Zealand also has a robust trade strategy, built on well-established positive relationships across more than 100 markets.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Tariffs distort trade and reduce market efficiency, ultimately forcing exporters and producers to accept lower prices while leaving consumers with fewer choices and higher costs.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The US is a key importer and exporter of beef, therefore the US announcement is likely to impact the global beef market, for instance, exporting countries may re-direct their products to markets where New Zealand also operates.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Furthermore, with the US beef herd at historically low levels and record domestic beef consumption, we are still expecting high demand from the US for beef, despite the tariff measures.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"New Zealand red meat exporters have undertaken significant planning to mitigate potential disruptions, maintain market positions, and navigate shifts in global trade patterns".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Alan Thomson, chief executive of Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ), said it is unfortunate the US is imposing tariffs on New Zealand exports.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It is too early to tell what the ultimate impact of this will be on farm-gate prices. What is positive is that we have strong demand globally at present for red meat. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Our sector is resilient, and our exporters are working hard to find solutions, but trade barriers like this make it tougher for farmers to get a fair price for the high-quality meat they produce".</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-06 00:10:10 | 2025-08-06 04:58:36 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8357 | Uruguay opens a new market for sheep exports | The Minister of Livestock, Agriculture, and Fisheries, Alfredo Fratti, confirmed trade with Algeria and anticipated that up to one million animals could be placed. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Uruguay is preparing to open a new market with the imminent launch of sheep exports to Algeria, a destination with a potential for up to one million animals, according to the Ministry of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The details will be defined during the week, according to Alfredo Fratti, head of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Livestock (MGAP), who stated at a press conference that this possibility "is very important, because there are specialized plants that are not working", alluding to the crisis at the meatpacking plants.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The minister indicated that the details will be discussed soon and admitted that, although it depends on the private sector "the volume could reach up to one million sheep."</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Good performance of sheep exports</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Sheep exports rebounded in the first two months of the year, increasing by 11.6% year-on-year and totaling $41.6 million between January and February, according to data from the Uruguayan Wool Secretariat.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In fact, foreign sales of wool and its by-products reached $26.7 million and accounted for 64.2% of total exports during that period, making it the main industrial placement sector.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Among the main destinations, China appears again, with 44% of the total market, followed by Italy and Germany.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Algeria is an increasingly popular export destination, with a sharp increase in the purchase of dairy products, but its potential is even greater, according to a report by the Institute of International Business of the Catholic University of Uruguay.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to the study, the boost in sales from the North African country, which pays a 5% tariff, could be as much as $195 million, with frozen boneless beef and bone-in beef cuts as promising products.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-05 00:10:16 | 2025-08-06 06:03:40 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8355 | Spain: The meat sector consolidates its leadership in the agri-food industry | The Spanish meat sector continues to strengthen its strategic position within the agri-food industry. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to the latest available data, the sector reached a total turnover of €41.337 billion in 2024, representing a 7.96% growth compared to the previous year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This figure places the meat industry as one of the country's economic drivers, already contributing 23.1% of the total food industry turnover, according to data from the MAPA.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to its economic importance, the sector stands out for its capacity to generate employment. It currently provides a total of 122,942 jobs, representing 24.6% of total employment in the food and beverage industry.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In terms of production, Spain has recorded a figure close to 1.5 million tons of processed meat products in 2024, consolidating its position as one of the European Union's leading producers in this area.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-03 00:25:03 | 2025-08-06 04:36:24 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8354 | Cargill: Consumers are seeking more protein for health and taste in 2025 | Cargill’s 2025 Protein Profile finds 61% of consumers report increasing their protein intake in 2024, up from 48% from 2019. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">People are eating more protein than ever before, with 61% of Americans increasing their protein intake in 2024 versus just 48% who did so in 2019. These are only a few of the major findings from Cargill’s 2025 Protein Profile, an annual trends report that provides a comprehensive look at trends in protein consumption for the year ahead.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This year’s report also found that animal proteins like beef, chicken and eggs are the preferred protein sources for most consumers due to their taste, nutrition and versatility. The research - from Cargill’s North American Food Business Marketing and Insights team - reveals more than 75% of people typically include animal protein in their evening meals, with 74% saying eating meat is an important part of their diet.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">At the same time, how we consume protein is also evolving. Social media is driving food experimentation from secret menus at foodservice chains to high-protein diets with the influence of diet trends including "carnivore diets". Inflation is reshaping how value is defined, and snacking is fueling protein’s expansion across the category. As a result, brands, retailers and foodservice operators must adapt to meet these changing demands - by delivering protein-forward solutions that balance affordability, quality and innovation.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Notable findings from Cargill’s 2025 Protein Profile include:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Protein Reigns Supreme as the Most Critical Macronutrient: People are eating more protein than ever before, with 61% increasing their protein intake in 2024, up from 48% in 2019. Meat, poultry and other animal proteins are high on shopping lists, based on factors like taste, nutrition and satiety. Many consumers are seeking out protein on labels, with 57% of those who look at nutrition labels checking for protein content. For Millennials and Gen Z, protein is becoming vital beyond traditional meals, as on-the-go formats like protein bars, shakes and handhelds become must-haves.</li> <li>Value-Driven Shoppers Seek Both Affordability and Indulgence: Even as shoppers tighten budgets, they continue to prioritize high-quality protein experiences. Many are buying in bulk and freezing portions to manage costs, while others are splurging on restaurant-quality cuts for at-home indulgence. For retailers and foodservice operators, this dual dynamic presents an opportunity to provide both value and premium offerings - with research showing strong demand for pre-marinated proteins, heat-and-serve options, and premium but accessible cuts like steak.</li> <li>Social Media is Reshaping the Protein Landscape: With 52% of people trying new foods from the influence of social media, digital platforms like TikTok and Instagram are fueling the rise of high-protein lifestyles, global flavors and creative meal solutions. Gen Z is leading the charge, embracing bold and multicultural protein meals. Meanwhile, GLP-1 users are shifting portion sizes, seeking smaller high-protein meals that satisfy without excess calories. These emerging subcultures are opening new opportunities for brands and retailers to cater to diverse and evolving protein needs.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"How consumers think about and engage with protein is evolving, and that presents new opportunities across the food industry", said Gonzalo Petschen, Group President, Cargill North American Food Business. "Whether it’s developing high-protein snacks, offering convenient meal solutions, or tapping into social media-driven food trends, our goal is to help our customers stay ahead of what’s next while delivering on consumer demands".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">With protein remaining essential in consumers’ diets, retailers, foodservice operators and brands have the opportunity to innovate, refine offerings and better connect with shoppers looking for both value and quality.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-03 00:20:09 | 2025-08-06 06:37:43 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8350 | Pork gains presence on Spanish tables | Dishes made with meat and pork products are growing in popularity in Spanish households. This is confirmed by the latest data from Spanish Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food (MAPA), which reveals that pork now accounts for 42% of the total meat purchased for home consumption in 2024. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">This growth marks a shift in trends that began the previous year, following a period of slight decline. It has been further accelerated by a 3.5% increase in fresh pork purchases and a 0.8% rise in processed pork products. Overall, Spanish households have consumed more than 817,000 tons of pork, spending over €7.7 billion on this product - representing nearly half of total meat expenditure.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Beyond the figures, what drives this preference? Obviously, among these factors are its flavour, its ease of preparation and its adaptability to all types of recipes, from traditional to the most modern. These attributes make it an irresistible choice. Additionally, its nutritional profile makes it suitable for different life stages: children, active adults, or elderly can all benefit from its properties.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Added to this is a key element: trust. Spain is a global leader in pork production, thanks to a model based on food safety, animal welfare, and environmental commitment. These guarantees, reinforced by the outreach work of the White Pork Interprofessional Association (INTERPORC), have strengthened the bond between consumers and the sector.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For all these reasons, pork stands out not only for its presence in the daily cuisine of Spaniards but also as a responsible and sustainable choice for those seeking a healthy diet. And all indications suggest it will continue to hold a prominent place on Spanish family menus.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-03 00:30:35 | 2025-08-06 02:48:17 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8348 | ASF: lifting of the last core area in Brandenburg | For a year now, no cases of African swine fever (ASF) have been detected in core area 6 of the Spree-Neisse district. Thus, the last of the original eleven core areas in the state of Brandenburg has been lifted this week. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">On March 29, 2024, the last outbreak of ASF in wild boar was detected in core area 6. Due to the successful implementation of the measures, the affected district of Spree-Neiße was now able to lift the last existing core area, together with the surrounding white zone, by means of a general animal disease control order.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This means that restrictions on use in this area, which primarily applied to agriculture and forestry, no longer apply. Details can be found in the district's general decree", says state veterinarian Dr. Stephan Nickisch.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In the area of the former core area 6, a continuous comprehensive search for dead game and reduction of the wild boar population will continue over the next few months in order to prove that the area is free of ASF.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Thus, the only remaining restricted zones in the entire state of Brandenburg are Restricted Zones I and II, which must be established due to EU regulations. Apart from the protection corridor, Restricted Zone II currently only exists in the districts of Spree-Neisse, Oberspreewald-Lausitz, and Uckermark. The protection corridor prevents the migration of infected wild boars along the eastern and southern state borders and thus continues to play an important role in maintaining the success of the control measures.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Therefore, it is particularly important to keep the gates closed when existing protective fences are in place", says state veterinarian Nickisch in conclusion.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-02 00:25:51 | 2025-08-06 01:50:10 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8347 | German beef: scarce, sought-after and expensive | Albert Hortmann-Scholten, head of the market department at the Lower Saxony Chamber of Agriculture, has never before experienced such drastic price increases. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Within three weeks, beef rose by 50 cents to €6.20 per kilogram of slaughter weight (€/kg SG). He reported this to the members of the Beef Committee of the Lower Saxony Farmers' Association. While global supply is declining, demand is increasing - particularly from Asia. At the same time, Germany is experiencing an all-time low in its cattle population: In November 2024, there were only 10.5 million animals - a decrease of 3.5 percent compared to the previous year. Cattle were particularly hard hit, with a decline of 8.3 percent, followed by calves with 3.6 percent and dairy cows with 3.3 percent fewer animals.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">A minimal price correction in January 2025, caused by the isolated outbreak of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) in Brandenburg, was quickly offset due to low herd numbers. Germany's rapid return to FMD-free status without vaccination, which has been in place since March except for a so-called "containment zone" around the farm with the outbreak, was crucial for further market stabilization in March. This made exports to third countries possible again. "Shortly after the FMD outbreak became known, many fatteners reacted very prudently and did not engage in panic selling. However, slaughterhouses have already suffered significant revenue losses due to the loss of sales markets in Asia and Great Britain. Germany needs these third-country markets to sell high-quality products, as well as offal and fat products", explains Hortmann-Scholten. The reopening of the British market is particularly important for German cattle farmers, as the UK currently achieves the highest beef prices in the world.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Experts predict that global beef production will continue to decline in 2025. The reasons for this include disease outbreaks, government programs to phase out animal husbandry, and stricter regulations. In the EU - but especially in Germany - the decline in production continues, as can be seen in the slaughter figures: By the 9th calendar week of 2025, 344,605 cattle were slaughtered, almost six percent fewer animals than in the previous year. This is leading to further price increases. Hortmann-Scholten therefore expects historic high prices for slaughter calves, cows, and bulls this year. The current price for a cow in Germany is €535 per 100 kg, while the European average is €509. Veal is also becoming more expensive: Since the beginning of the year, producer prices have risen by more than €1 to well over €7 per kg.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">To ensure producers benefit from the positive market development in the milk and beef markets, the Lower Saxony Farmers' Association is calling for increased vaccination measures against bluetongue (BTV-3). Although almost 100 percent of sheep in Lower Saxony are vaccinated <strong>,</strong> the rate for cattle is only around 40 percent. "Dairy farms vaccinate more frequently, bull fatteners less frequently. The consequences are health problems for the animals", warns Farmers' Association Vice President Frank Kohlenberg. Vaccinating heavy bulls weighing several hundred kilograms is particularly problematic. Kohlenberg therefore advises vaccinating calves early on at the fattening farm to avoid later complications. There is also a financial incentive for vaccination: the Animal Disease Fund offers subsidies for livestock farmers. Despite the challenges facing cattle farming, current price trends show that German cattle farmers are benefiting from the high demand – provided they take the right precautionary measures. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-02 00:20:37 | 2025-08-06 07:07:28 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8346 | QMS: Monitor Farm meeting grass reseeding tips help cut livestock costs | A well-planned reseeding policy in place on-farm will help drive productivity, maximising the benefits of pasture and reducing concentrate inputs, according to Quality Meat Scotland (QMS). | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Borders farmer and grazing specialist Graham Lofthouse discussed how he approached reseeding at a recent Stirlingshire Monitor Farm meeting, giving visitors his key tips for success, and looking at the Duncan family’s new approach to grass management.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Having a reseeding policy in place will help maximise the benefits of your pasture and reduce concentrate inputs, and I have a checklist I go through before reseeding to make sure it is successful.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The first is to test soil pH where you plan to reseed. A target pH of 6.2-6.5 will optimise pasture and your ability to make profit for your business.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Correct all drainage and compaction issues well ahead of reseeding, as waterlogging will severely hamper grass seedling establishment, and aim for moderate potash and phosphate levels".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Graham said he would drill grass seed in spring when grass growth rates were at their highest across the farm’s grazing platform, with ploughing and drilling giving the most consistent results on-farm in his opinion.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Graze after six to eight weeks, but test first using the 'pluck test', where the leaf should snap without pulling out the root".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Where weeds can sometimes be an issue on reseeds, he said sheep would often help remove annual weeds, but where the weed burden is high, consider removing clover and then using a nonselective herbicide to control weeds before sowing clover into the sward the following spring.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Graham has been working with the Duncan family to help produce more kilos from grass, developing a grass improvement plan to focus efforts. The objective is to increase grass production and utilisation to increase livestock productivity and reduce costs across the family’s Blairfad and Lands of Drumhead units near Balfron Station.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Stirlingshire Monitor Farm grass improvement plan has key targets:</p> <ul> <li>Increase kg/DM produced per ha;</li> <li>Increase metabolisable energy (ME), crude protein (CP) and digestibility of grazed and conserved grass;</li> <li>Improve utilisation of crop nutrition, both organic and non-organic;</li> <li>Lengthen grazing season.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">To do this, the Duncan family is working on creating an eight-to-10-year grass rotation. There is a focus on improving the most productive ground (silage fields), which will produce higher ME diet for young and growing stock, as well as producing higher ME and CP silage to reduce feed cost and improve growth rates.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Monitor Farmer Rebecca Duncan said: "The longer grazing season will mean we have reduced bought in feed costs. We will also have higher total diet ME and digestibility, so fewer days to sale for lambs and a higher stock carrying capacity, so more kg/ha output".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Christine Cuthbertson, Monitor Farm regional adviser added: "It was great to hear Graham’s advice for reseeds, as well as looking in depth at Duncan family’s grass improvement plan - it will be really interesting for everyone to see the results of this as it progresses".</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-02 00:15:02 | 2025-08-06 07:27:47 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8342 | INTERPORC: The importance of reverse trade missions | The reverse trade missions that INTERPORC organizes are key and strategic tools for promoting the Spanish white pork sector. These activities give the opportunity to directly demonstrate the production model to importers, distributors, the media, and government representatives from other countries, which sets the industry apart from other promotional strategies. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">These are unique experiences that highlight the strengths of the production system, strengthening trust in Spanish products and fostering solid, long-lasting business relationships.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During these visits, participants have direct access to key facilities in the production process, ranging from farms that apply the highest standards of animal welfare to processing plants that employ advanced, sustainable technology.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This carefully designed approach allows visitors to observe in real time how the entire production process is managed ethically and efficiently, with a level of transparency that reinforces the sector's credibility and reputation. Furthermore, personalized presentations and explanations highlight core values such as innovation, biosecurity, sustainability, and, of course, quality.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Professionals with decision-making power or influence in international markets have the opportunity to personally experience the quality of the products, the rigor of the food controls, and the level of technological specialization that characterizes the Spanish pork sector. This practical approach has a much greater impact than any conventional advertising campaign, as it allows us to demonstrate, with facts and in the moment, that Spanish companies meet the current expectations and demands of global consumers. In a context where sustainability, respect for the environment, and animal welfare have become essential requirements, the Spanish sector consistently demonstrates that it is at the forefront in these areas.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, reverse trade missions are not limited to showcasing the capabilities and achievements. They also serve as a platform for dialogue and collaboration. During the visits, participants have the opportunity to explore new business opportunities with Spanish companies, analyze the specific needs of their markets, and discuss how to adapt products to the specific preferences of their consumers. This exchange of ideas and knowledge enriches both visitors and host companies, opening doors to innovations and stronger and more diversified business relationships.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In conclusion, for INTERPORC, reverse trade missions represent much more than a commercial tool. They are a comprehensive platform that helps position the Spanish white pig sector in international markets as a benchmark for quality, innovation, and sustainability.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-01 00:30:40 | 2025-08-06 06:03:39 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8340 | Brazil: JBS to spend $100 million to build 2 factories in Vietnam | Brazilian meatpacker JBS announced that it will invest US$100 million to build two factories in Vietnam, aiming to expand its presence in Southeast Asia and strengthen its position in the global market, according to Reuters. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to a statement from the company, the plants will produce beef, pork and poultry, and will mainly use raw materials imported from Brazil. The goal is to supply Vietnam and other countries in the region.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agreement was formalized on Saturday through a memorandum of understanding with the Vietnamese government, JBS said. Reuters reported last week that JBS was considering the deal.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The deal was sealed during a state visit by Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva to Vietnam, in which the opening of the Vietnamese market to Brazilian meat was announced. JBS was part of the business delegation accompanying the president.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The new plants in Vietnam will not only be an expansion of production capacity, but an investment with a purpose: to generate value for the local economy, create skilled jobs, and contribute to food security throughout Southeast Asia", said Renato Costa, the CEO for Friboi, JBS' beef division, in the statement. Friboi presents itself as a leader in the beef market in Brazil.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to the plan announced by JBS, the first facility will be built in Khu công nghiệp Nam Đình Vũ, including a logistics center with storage capacity, covering pre-processing, cutting and packaging activities.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agreement projects the second factory will be built in the south of Vietnam two years after the first facility starts operations. It will include similar infrastructure, including a logistics center and a processing plant.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-01 00:20:08 | 2025-08-06 04:28:51 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8339 | New Zealand red meat exports grow | New Zealand’s red meat sector recorded another strong month in February, with exports reaching $1.1 billion — a 25 per cent increase compared to February 2024. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The United States was the largest export market, increasing by 32 per cent to $339 million, while China rose five per cent to $278 million. The European Union (EU) also experienced significant growth, with both beef and sheepmeat exports rising.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Sirma Karapeeva, chief executive of the Meat Industry Association (MIA), said the latest figures reflect a continued recovery in global demand.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"While export volumes saw only small changes, the value of exports rose significantly compared to last year. The New Zealand red meat sector remains agile, responding swiftly to market fluctuations to maximise value".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Exports to the EU saw particularly strong growth, with sheepmeat volumes rising 42 per cent to 8,579 tonnes and the value increasing 84 per cent to $152 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This was the highest volume of exports to the EU in February since 2019 and the first time that monthly sheepmeat exports to the EU had exceeded $150 million since 2009, and reflects a general increase in the global demand for sheepmeat and tight in-market inventories in the EU.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">There was also a further recovery in sheepmeat exports to China, while beef exports to both Canada and the United States increased. For the first time, beef exports to the US exceeded $250 million in a single month.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Other key markets also performed strongly. Exports to the Netherlands increased by 45 per cent to $57 million, while the United Kingdom saw a 42 per cent rise to $54 million. Japan also experienced growth, with exports rising by 16 per cent to $53 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Sheepmeat</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Sheepmeat exports in February increased by four per cent in volume to 41,792 tonnes, while the value climbed 35 per cent to $473 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Volumes to China rose by nine per cent to 19,733 tonnes, with the value increasing by 40 per cent to $133 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The volume of exports to the UK declined slightly by two per cent, but the value grew by 37 per cent to $40 million. The United States was the only major market where sheepmeat exports decreased, falling 36 per cent in volume to 2,646 tonnes and five per cent in value to $62 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Beef</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Beef export volumes were down five per cent to 44,786 tonnes, but the value rose 23 per cent to $486 million, primarily driven by strong demand in North America.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Exports to the United States increased by 15 per cent in volume to 21,308 tonnes and 58 per cent in value to $251 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Canada also saw a significant rise, with volumes up 30 per cent to 2,140 tonnes and the value jumping 77 per cent to $24 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">While beef exports to China declined due to continued competition from South American suppliers, particularly Brazil, there was an increase to other North Asian markets.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">There was an increase in beef exports to Japan, where the value rose by 24 per cent to $33 million, and to Korea, where it climbed 49 per cent to $15 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Fifth quarter</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The value of fifth quarter (co-products) exports also grew, rising seven per cent to $169 million for the month.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Edible offals increased by 30 per cent to $40 million, while casings and tripe rose 31 per cent to $36 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Prepared and preserved meat products also saw growth, increasing by 19 per cent to $22 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China remained the largest market for these products at $54 million, followed by the US at $26 million and Australia at $18 million.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-01 00:15:52 | 2025-08-06 01:43:15 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8337 | The Bolivian government will consider lifting the ban on beef exports | The Minister of Rural Development and Lands, Yamil Flores, confirmed that the government will analyze the possibility of lifting the ban on beef exports. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The measure, in place for almost two months, has been questioned by the livestock sector, which maintains that there is sufficient production to guarantee supply to the domestic market.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Flores explained that, at the last meeting between the government, livestock farmers, and the export sector, it was agreed to increase the supply of meat on the domestic market. "This is being fulfilled, which is why the price per kilo has been dropping", the official stated. He also noted that if the downward trend in prices continues, the restrictive measure will be re-evaluated.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The minister announced that a new meeting will be held next week to analyze the impact of the implemented measures. "If the evaluation is positive, the possibility of reopening meat exports will be considered. Foreign currency is important", he stated at a press conference.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">He also highlighted the efforts made by the livestock sector to guarantee supply, but criticized the attitude of some marketers, whom he urged to "put on their shirt" for the country and allow the reduction in meat prices to benefit the final consumer.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-04-01 00:05:45 | 2025-08-05 23:32:31 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8336 | INTERPORC and Aragon strengthen their collaboration in Figan | The Interprofessional Agri-Food Association of White Pigs (INTERPORC) held meetings with the President of the Government of Aragon, Jorge Azcón, and the Minister of Agriculture, Livestock and Food of the Government of Aragon, Javier Rincón Gimeno, within the framework of Figan 2025. INTERPORC representatives also met with leading companies and organizations in the autonomous community. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">These meetings have served to strengthen INTERPORC's institutional relations with Aragon, consolidating several collaborative initiatives to boost the pork sector in the region, such as the Pork Forum, which will take place in Zaragoza on April 29th and will discuss the challenges facing the Aragonese pork industry. This event will also feature the regional premiere of the documentary "The Year of the Relief," an Interprofessional initiative that focuses on generational change as a pillar of the sector's future.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Manuel García, president of the Interprofessional Association, emphasized that "we have a strong commitment to institutional dialogue, promoting strategic projects for the region, and defending a pork production model based on sustainability, innovation, and animal welfare."</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Likewise, Alberto Herranz, Director General of INTERPORC, stated that "we are a sector that generates 415,000 direct, indirect, and induced jobs, that creates significant wealth, and that exports 2.72 million tons. These are very significant figures in which Aragon plays a significant role".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In this regard, Daniel de Miguel, International Director, noted that "Aragon is the second autonomous community in production and exports, with a total of 1.05 million tons of pork produced, of which 811,414 tons were exported."</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During the fair, INTERPORC representatives participated in events such as the European conference "Analysis and Debate on the Impact of the New Proposed Regulation on Animal Welfare during Transport", where the most difficult aspects of this legislation to implement were discussed and a new transport welfare certificate was presented.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">They also attended the meeting on sustainable livestock farming organized by Somos Ganadería. There, Caterina Avanza, from the office of MEP Benoît Cassart, explained the work her intergroup is doing to convey the reality of the livestock sector to the European Parliament. INTERPORC, for its part, presented the issues it is working on in the Spanish pig sector. The main conclusion of this meeting is the need for all livestock organizations to work together to address the threats facing the sector.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Figan closes its doors for this edition after bringing together 1,100 exhibitors and attracting more than 55,000 visitors.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-03-31 00:43:49 | 2025-08-06 04:59:51 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8332 | President Lula reinforces commitment to opening markets for Brazilian beef | During an official mission to Japan, President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva met with representatives of the Brazilian meat sector last week, reinforcing the federal government's commitment to expanding access of Brazilian beef to the Japanese market. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The meeting was attended by members of ABIEC (Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries), an entity that represents the main exporters of beef in Brazil.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Led by President Lula himself, the meeting provided a direct dialogue between the government and the production sector. Leading the ABIEC members were the executive president, Roberto Perosa, and the chairman of the board of the entity, Renato Costa, who presented the priorities of the export sector and reiterated the commitment of the production chain to maintain the high standards of quality, sustainability and animal health required by international markets.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The meeting was also attended by several ministers of State, including the Minister of Agriculture and Livestock, Carlos Fávaro, as well as presidents and former presidents of the Chamber of Deputies and the Federal Senate, and the president of ApexBrasil, Jorge Viana.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During the meeting, President Lula highlighted the government's efforts to strengthen foreign trade with countries that do not yet import Brazilian meat, especially in light of the health advances that place Brazil among the safest countries in the world. He emphasized that the country is about to be recognized by the World Organization for Animal Health (WHO) as a territory free of foot-and-mouth disease without vaccination, with this status expected to be made official in May of this year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"As Minister Fávaro rightly said at the meeting, there have been more than 20 years of negotiations, which had been at a standstill for five years. Now, we see that, with this visit, things are starting to move forward, mainly due to the health improvements in our livestock. We already have five states free of foot-and-mouth disease, and as of May, all of Brazil will be recognized as free. We are very confident. Japan is the third largest importer in the world and, although we export only 30% of our production, with the growth of our livestock and access to new markets, we are ensuring sustainability for the entire chain. It is good for the industry, good for the producer and good for the country", highlighted Renato Costa, president of the ABIEC Board.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Brazilian beef plays an important role in the national economy, accounting for 8.2% of the country's GDP. Although Brazil is the world's largest exporter, responsible for almost 20% of global production, approximately 70% of national production is destined for the domestic market, meeting domestic consumption and consolidating the importance of the sector for the country's food security.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"ȚIt was an extremely productive meeting, marked by the President of the Republic’s clear commitment to the sector. The dialogue was open, direct and conducted with great respect. We are confident that we will move forward in opening up the Japanese market — a legitimate expectation of the sector, which is fully prepared to meet, with excellence, the highest standards required", highlighted Roberto Perosa, president of ABIEC.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to the meeting with President Lula, ABIEC members participated in strategic meetings during the presidential mission. One example is the meeting with the Japan Meat Traders Association, where opportunities for cooperation and strengthening trade relations between the two countries were discussed. The delegation also visited local meat markets and slaughterhouses, aiming to better understand the specificities and demands of Japanese consumers.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-03-29 20:00:58 | 2025-08-06 04:45:19 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8330 | US beef sales to China have collapsed after Beijing lets export registrations lapse | U.S. beef sales to China have taken a dive, U.S. government data showed this week, after Beijing allowed the expiration of registrations that had permitted exports from hundreds of American meat facilities, according to Reuters. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">A tit-for-tat tariff dispute has also raised duties on U.S. meat and other goods shipped to China, making the products less attractive to Chinese buyers. The spat adds new strains to relations between the countries that had already reached historic lows in recent years.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China has not renewed export registrations for U.S. beef facilities that expired on March 16, though it updated registrations for pork and poultry plants, according to traders and the U.S. Meat Export Federation trade group.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">As a result, U.S. exporters and Chinese buyers are reluctant to strike deals for American beef produced after that date due to uncertainty about whether it will be cleared for delivery, federation spokesperson Joe Schuele said.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Nobody wants to put product at risk", he said.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">U.S. beef export sales to China in the week ended on March 20 were nearly nothing at 54 metric tons, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture data. Sales were also low, at 192 metric tons, in the previous week, as traders said uncertainty about the export registrations cooled business before they lapsed.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Previously, weekly sales were near or above 2,000 metric tons for four consecutive weeks from mid-February through early March, USDA data show.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The decline in Chinese demand is a blow to U.S. meatpackers such as Tyson Foods that are already paying high prices for cattle due to tight supplies.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The packers are all concerned because obviously it's a big market for U.S. beef", said Altin Kalo, agricultural economist for Steiner Consulting Group. "It's been two weeks now where we're basically at zero".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The USDA and the Meat Institute, an industry group representing U.S. meat processors, had no immediate comment.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China's Commerce Ministry launched an investigation into surging beef imports late last year, as the world's largest meat consumer grappled with an oversupplied market that hammered domestic beef prices. A hearing on the matter is slated for next week.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-03-28 00:30:29 | 2025-08-06 01:51:10 | Details Edit Delete |
