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6813  US: Beef production falling, as imports face competition  US beef production is set to reach an estimated 12.2 Mt for 2023, a fall of over 600,000 t from 2022, according to an AHDB analysis. This stems from a fall in slaughter from feedlots, down 5% year on year for July. Production is expected to fall for the remainder of 2023, with lower prime slaughter slightly offset by gains in carcase weights and growth in cull cow slaughter. The USDA forecast that production in 2024 will fall to 11.4 Mt, down 800,000 t (6%) from 2023.  <p><span lang="DE">US steer prices have shown growth from the same period last year, as supplies become tighter. Prices have steadied over the past months, sitting at $6.36/kg for the week ending 06 October 2023. For this four-week period, prices averaged $6.40, up from $5/kg for the same period in 2022, growth of 28%.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In comparison, Australia, which ramped up its production throughout 2023, has seen price falls throughout the year so far, allowing Australian imports to be more competitive on the international stage in comparison to the USA.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">US beef imports totalled 773,000 t for the year to date (Jan&ndash;Jul), growth of 3% from 2022. Volumes remained fairly unchanged from Canada, the USA&rsquo;s largest trading partner by volume, at 203,000 t in 2023 so far.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Meanwhile, imports have grown from New Zealand up to 117,000 t (+25%) and Australia to 110,000 t (+36%). These higher imports have been driven by an expansion in the&nbsp;Australian beef herd, which has dropped prices to be more internationally competitive. AgriHQ notes that New Zealand volumes exported to Japan, Korea and China have fallen by 10% this season. This may have pushed more product onto the US market as a result.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Growth in volumes from Oceania seemingly correlate with growth in frozen product entering the USA. Since January 2023, frozen product has overtaken fresh product as the largest category entering the USA, coinciding with boosted imports from Australia and New Zealand, as frozen product is more suited to longer transportation times.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">As Oceania countries have made gains, countries closer to the USA have lost out. Mexico has seen a fall of 9%, down to 161,000 t, as Brazil has seen losses of 12% down to 99,000 t. According to the USDA, the tariff-rate quota (TRQ) for Brazilian beef to enter the USA was filled in early May, meaning any subsequent imports face a significantly higher tariff for entering the USA, hence the drop-off in trade.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">US beef exports totalled 736,000 t in the year so far, a drop of 93,000 t from 2022. Lower domestic supplies and high prices have lowered volumes. Weaker economic conditions in key nations and an unfavourable exchange rate have further limited exports.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The largest fall came in shipments to Japan, down to 146,000 t. Industry reports suggest that Japan has a higher domestic inventory of beef than expected, which may have dampened demand for imports. Volumes have also fallen to South Korea to 147,000 t, as the second-largest market for the USA. Exports to China have also fallen by 17%, to 110,000 t.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">As the USA is a large player in the international beef market, global supply and demand are impacted by its falling production and growing prices. Gaps in supply stemming from the USA are being filled by Australia and New Zealand, as their production grows throughout the year. Global demand for beef is expected to be fairly static for the remainder of the year, as consumer demand is hampered by cost-of-living crises, with the USDA expecting Chinese demand to wane in 2024. Demand is, however, expected to make small gains in Brazil, Canada and India for 2024 to counterbalance the decline.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Global prices could be mixed for the remainder of the year, as Australian and Brazilian prices are likely to remain pressured, while US prices are likely to remain firm. These factors will prove an important backdrop for the EU market, and in turn the UK market, with the price competitiveness of imports a key factor to watch.</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-20 00:10:09  2025-08-05 21:01:03  Details Edit Delete
6814  ElPozo Bienstar once again revolutionizes the healthy meat category  El Pozo Alimentacion joins one of the trends that is most driving the growth of mass consumption around the world.  <p>ElPozo Bienstar, a leading brand in the healthy meat category, launches its +Prote&iacute;nas sliced meats as a novelty.&nbsp;With these new references, it seeks to revalue meat protein and its nutritional benefits, entering a growing market, where the company is a pioneer within its segment.</p> <p>These are three new products with high nutritional value: turkey breast, chicken breast and cooked ham.&nbsp;They are made with 95% meat, are low in fat and do not contain sugar, lactose or gluten.&nbsp;Each container provides 28 grams of protein, a source of energy for those looking to meet their protein needs effectively or an extra contribution to their daily diet, without the need for supplements.</p> <p>These products are aimed at both young people and adults, increasingly aware of the health benefits of functional foods.&nbsp;The launch of these new products will be supported by a&nbsp;video&nbsp;and a digital campaign, which will publicize the products and all their attributes, as well as the benefits of a correct protein supply for the body, such as muscle and bone maintenance and development.</p> <p>El Pozo Alimentacion bursts into the category of products with high protein content with these three sliced foods and with the Chicken-Turkey +Proteins Burger, recently launched on the market, both ranges developed to meet the new needs and motivations of the consumer.</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-20 00:15:17  2025-08-06 05:16:22  Details Edit Delete
6815  Marel: Revamped RoboBatcher for tenders  Until now, in those markets where chicken tenders are sold on trays such as France, Belgium and Germany, these packs have been put together by hand. Given the shortage of labor in these markets, automation is the better option. That is exactly what Marel’s RoboBatcher Flex for tenders does. Featuring a new gripper, the robot improves on a manual operation by speeding up the process, minimizing giveaway and achieving state-of-the-art styling results.  <p><span lang="DE">Until now, the stream of tenders coming from the breast deboning equipment has been processed manually. Most of the time, this involves operators packing tenders one by one while estimating the weights of tender batches and finally weighing trays manually on an off-line weighing scale. RoboBatcher is the ideal solution for automating this job.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Packing tenders in trays is labor-intensive, as quality is very important. In countries such as France, Belgium and Germany, tenders have a very high value and must be handled with care. Saving several workers per shift on this monotonous packing job, the&nbsp;RoboBatcher Flex&nbsp;for tenders outperforms a manual operation in terms of speed, accuracy of grading and batching as well as minimizing giveaway. A processing plant in the above countries will produce plenty of tenders to keep the RoboBatcher Flex running full-time. If needed, the gripper can be changed over in a couple of minutes to batch and pack fillets, legs or drumsticks. Using the unique SystemFlex conveyor logistics, these different products can be easily rerouted to make maximum use of the RoboBatcher. Besides reducing the need for labor, RoboBatcher Flex for tenders improves hygiene and food safety because fewer people are handling and touching the meat.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In addition to RoboBatcher&rsquo;s dedicated grippers for fillets, legs and drumsticks, a fourth gripper has been developed for tenders. Once again, it features state-of-the-art technology again, resulting in the precise, careful handling of tenders. The gripper picks up the tender and descends into the tray, which moves along with the belt. When its jaws open, tensioning of the belt between them positions the tender. The RoboBatcher Flex for tenders operates at high speeds. Acceleration forces reach up to 10G. Using a heavy gripper could reduce performance and increase the risk of damage. The new gripper features several 3D-printed parts that require fewer bolted joints, making it lighter and able to move faster. It is also easier to clean.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Mikkel Knudsen, Marel global product specialist, says, "The RoboBatcher tender gripper has been designed on the same gripper platform as the standard fillet gripper. It has become a little smaller and without a tail bend that we needed for fillets. The working principle of the gripper is similar to the breast fillet gripper. We allow the gripper to place products directly in between products already in place, giving full control of the tray patterns and styling results. These are minor but crucial adjustments to fit the tenderloin product".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">All RoboBatchers are now equipped with new robotframe housings. The robotframe makes cleaning and maintenance easier and makes the operations inside the machine more visible. The big difference is that the electrical section has moved from the rear of the machine, taking up all the space there, to the top. This change enables better access to the machine with doors now on both sides. The improved accessibility makes cleaning and maintaining the machine easier. It benefits hygiene. RoboBatcher&rsquo;s HMI screen has become movable, allowing it to turn it to either side of the machine. That&rsquo;s a huge advantage, especially for in-line production. Operating the machine is easier now that its touchscreen is accessible from both sides. The scanner has been repositioned behind the de-nester, so there&rsquo;s a longer buffer time to improve tray flow. There&rsquo;s plenty of room for the buffer de-nester without making any changes to the system. The new robotframe design is more modular, making different RoboBatcher setups easier.</span></p>  1    Technology adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-21 00:05:16  2025-08-06 01:29:26  Details Edit Delete
6816  Research safeguards U.S. pork industry from ASF  Pork production is a major U.S. agricultural industry with an estimated production value of $30 billion in 2022, according to U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service. While never identified in the U.S., African Swine Fever (ASF) presents a very real threat to the nation’s multibillion-dollar pork industry. USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) funding supports researchers developing surveillance, prevention and preparedness methods for this highly infectious animal disease.   <p style="font-weight: 400;">First identified in the early 20th century, African Swine Fever (ASF) is a viral disease that has impacted swine in Africa, Europe and Asia. In 2021, ASF was detected in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti. Since then, the USDA has worked to enhance already strong safeguards to protect U.S. swine from this costly disease. In support of this effort, USDA NIFA has funded numerous projects focused on different aspects of managing the threat ASF presents.&nbsp;</p> <p><strong>Ongoing ASF Projects&nbsp;</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li> <p>Arizona State University&nbsp;researchers are working to develop portable electronic sensors that can be deployed worldwide to ASF-prevalent areas for rapid and sensitive detection of ASF-specific antibodies and antigens and to assist ASF containment in future outbreaks. Their goal is to design and validate a new metal nanoparticle-based assay platform and determine how effective this approach is as an ASF diagnostic tool. &nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>At&nbsp;Virginia Tech University, scientists are investigating ways nanosenors can be used in disease surveillance. They are working to develop a nanosensor that can used directly in pig farms to quickly detect the virus by producing a color signal easily seen by people, without the need for additional equipment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>Researchers with the&nbsp;Swine Health Information Center&nbsp;are working to reduce the risk of contaminated imported feed ingredients serving as a vector for ASF to enter the United States. They are investigating how stable the ASF virus is in soybean products commonly used in swine feed, as well as ways to improve diagnostic capabilities and surveillance tools for the detection of ASF virus in contaminated soybean products and feed.&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>Currently, there is no safe, effective and commercially available vaccine for ASF in the U.S. The virus&rsquo; complexity, combined with a limited understanding of proteins that promote immunity, has hindered progress on vaccine development.&nbsp; A&nbsp;Kansas State University&nbsp;research team tested multiple vaccine candidates to see if they conferred protection to pigs against the ASF virus. Their results suggest that development of an ASF vaccine is feasible, but further development and study is needed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>University of Nebraska&nbsp;scientists have documented that pigs vaccinated with their live-attenuated vaccine were protected against lethal ASF virus infection, while those that were vaccinated with an inactivated vaccine were not. As a result, the researchers identified several viral proteins with the potential to be used as antigens to develop a sub-unit vaccine against ASF.&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>Scientists at&nbsp;Cornell University&nbsp;are working to identify ASF viral proteins that contribute to host immune responses and to define functions important for immune protection. Their research may provide important knowledge gains that will contribute to future vaccine development.&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>&nbsp;University of Illinois&nbsp;researchers are gathering critical foundational information on ASF protective antigens.&nbsp; This information may play a vital role in the development of safe and effective ASF vaccines.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> </li> <li> <p>Finally, at&nbsp;Louisiana State University, scientists are engineering three ASF prototype vaccines and will study their effectiveness.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> </li> </ul>  1    Technology adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-21 00:10:21  2025-08-05 11:10:50  Details Edit Delete
6817  First-ever global estimation of the impact of disasters on agriculture  Over the last 30 years, an estimated $3.8 trillion worth of crops and livestock production has been lost due to disaster events, corresponding to an average loss of $123 billion per year or 5 percent of annual global agricultural gross domestic product (GDP), according to a new report released today by the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO).  <p><span lang="DE">A new FAO flagship report entitled "The impact of disasters on agriculture and food security" brings the first-ever global estimation of the impact of disasters on agricultural production focused on crops and livestock. It also notes that the figure may be higher if systematic data on losses in the fisheries and aquaculture and forestry subsectors were available. The report stresses the need for urgently improving data and information on the impact of disasters on all subsectors of agriculture to create data systems that can serve as the foundation upon which effective action can be built and informed.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Agriculture is one of the most highly exposed and vulnerable sectors in the context of disaster risk, given its profound dependence on natural resources and climate conditions. Recurrent disasters have the potential to erode gains in food security and undermine the sustainability of agrifood systems,&rdquo; said FAO Director-General QU Dongyu in the foreword to the report. &ldquo;Leveraging FAO&rsquo;s technical expertise, this publication showcases opportunities to proactively address risks in agrifood systems while demonstrating ways to mainstream disaster risk management into agricultural practices and policies".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The report reveals that over the last three decades, disasters &ndash; defined as serious disruptions to the functioning of a community or society &ndash; inflicted the highest relative losses on lower and lower middle-income countries, up to 15 percent of their total agricultural GDP. Disasters also had a significant impact on Small Island Developing States (SIDS), causing them to lose nearly 7 percent of their agricultural GDP.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Losses by product groups</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">The report also indicates that losses related to major agricultural products are showing increasing trends. Thus, losses in cereals amounted to an average of 69 million tonnes per year in the last three decades - corresponding to the entire cereal production of France in 2021 - followed by fruits and vegetables and sugar crops, with each approaching average losses of 40 million tonnes per year. For fruits and vegetables, losses corresponded to the entire production of fruits and vegetables in Japan and Viet Nam in 2021.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Meats, dairy products and eggs showed an average estimated loss of 16 million tonnes per year, corresponding to the whole production of meats, dairy products and eggs in Mexico and India in 2021.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Regional differences &nbsp;</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Global losses mask significant variability across regions, subregions and country groups. According to the report, Asia experienced by far the largest share of the total economic losses. Africa, Europe and the Americas also displayed a similar order of magnitude. However, losses in Asia only accounted for 4 percent of the agricultural added value, while in Africa they corresponded to nearly 8 percent. The variability was even higher across subregions.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In absolute terms, losses were higher in high-income countries, lower-middle-income countries and upper-middle-income countries, but low-income countries, and especially SIDS, suffered the highest incidence of losses in agricultural added value.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Cascading impacts of disasters</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Disaster events have increased from 100 per year in the 1970s to around 400 events per year worldwide in the past 20 years. Not only are disaster events increasing in frequency, intensity and complexity but their impact is also expected to worsen, as climate-induced disasters amplify existing social and ecological vulnerabilities.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The report highlights that, when hazards manifest, they can produce cascading impacts across multiple systems and sectors. Underlying disaster risk drivers include climate change, poverty and inequality, population growth, health emergencies caused by pandemics, practices such as unsustainable land use and management, armed conflicts and environmental degradation.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The amount of loss and damage produced by a disaster depends on the speed and spatial scale at which a hazard interacts with vulnerability and other preexisting risk factors, along with the amount of exposed assets or livelihoods.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In extreme cases, disasters result in the displacement and outward migration of rural populations. Massive flooding triggered by abnormal monsoon rains in Pakistan&rsquo;s southern province of Sindh is an illustrative example of how the combination of slow and sudden onset hazards triggered displacement, negatively impacting agrifood systems and increasing food insecurity.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Towards greater resilience of agrifood systems</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Farmers, particularly smallholders farming under rain-fed conditions, are the most vulnerable actors in the agrifood systems and bear the brunt of disaster impacts. Supporting the adoption of farm-level disaster risk reduction good practices can help small-scale farmers to avoid losses and enhance their resilience. Investment in farm-level disaster risk reduction good practices can perform on average 2.2 times better than previously applied practices.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Proactive and timely interventions in response to forecasted hazards are crucial to build resilience by preventing and reducing risks in agriculture. For instance, anticipatory action undertaken in several countries demonstrated favourable benefit to cost ratios for investing in disaster prevention and resilience. The report shows that, for every $1 invested in anticipatory action, rural families can gain up to $7 in benefits and avoided agricultural losses.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The report outlines three key priorities for action: improving data and information on the impacts of disasters on all subsectors of agriculture &ndash; crops, livestock, fisheries and aquaculture, and forestry; developing and mainstreaming multisectoral and multi-hazard disaster risk reduction approaches into policy and programming at all levels; and enhancing investments in resilience that provide benefits in reducing disaster risk in agriculture and improve agricultural production and livelihoods.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-22 00:05:07  2025-08-05 18:48:18  Details Edit Delete
6818  Australia’s robust red meat and livestock industry well positioned in the face of volatile climate cycle  Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has published new analysis of the broader market conditions and economic contribution of the red meat industry in the latest State of the Industry Report 2023 released today.  <p><span lang="DE">The report produced by MLA provides an overview of Australia&rsquo;s red meat and livestock industry from the prior calendar year. This edition examines financial year 2021-2022 and calendar year 2022.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">According to MLA&rsquo;s Managing Director Jason Strong, even though conditions have changed since 2022, the report demonstrates the strength of the industry.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"With a larger cattle herd and sheep flock turn off has increased and increased the volume of livestock processed this Spring. More product availability had driven significant demand for red meat at the shops".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Exports also significantly rose in the past year, with Australia rising to be the world&rsquo;s largest sheepmeat and goatmeat exporter, demonstrating the popularity of Australian red meat right around the world".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Australian livestock production is among the most efficient systems in the world, which leaves the industry well positioned to respond to challenges such as volatile weather conditions for the next several years", Mr Strong said.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In 2021&ndash;22, Australia&rsquo;s red meat and livestock industry turnover was $75.4 billion, or around 1.7% of Australia&rsquo;s total key industry turnover. This is 7.7% higher than revised 2020&ndash;21 figures and an increase of 10.7% on 2017&ndash;18 figures.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">New South Wales (28%), Victoria (24%) and Queensland (21%), represent the majority of turnover within the industry, with Western Australia (13.7%), South Australia (8.5%), Tasmania (3%) and the Northern Territory (1%) rounding out the remaining turnover.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Minister for Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry, Senator the Hon Murray Watt said that this report showcased the efficiency of Australia&rsquo;s livestock production systems.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The industry has faced a number of challenges over the last 12 months, but this report shows that consumers in Australia and around the world continue to place very high value on Australian red meat", Minister Watt said.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The efforts of government and industry to open new markets overseas have been rewarded and will remain important as producers face the challenge of drought and volatile livestock prices.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The report also highlights that the sector is vital economic activity, being worth $75.4 billion in 2021-22 and employing over 433,000 people".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Red meat and livestock export value rose 17% year-on-year to total $17.6 billion in 2021&ndash;22 which is 3.3% of Australia&rsquo;s key industry exports.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In calendar year 2022, Australia was the world's largest sheepmeat and goatmeat exporter, as well as the fourth largest beef and bovine meat exporter after Brazil, India and the United States.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In 2022, Australian beef exports totalled 855,000 tonnes shipped weight (swt), down 4% year-on-year. Japan remained Australia&rsquo;s largest beef export market (in volume terms) in 2022, totalling 214,000 tonnes.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Australian lamb exports totalled 284,257 tonnes swt which was the highest on record and 7% above 2021. The United States remained Australia&rsquo;s largest lamb export destination in 2022 in volume terms, at 75,452 tonnes. While mutton exports totalled 144,005 tonnes, a 2% year-on-year increase which China remaining steady as the number one market at 57,246 tonnes.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Goatmeat exports totalled 21,831 tonnes swt in 2022, up 15% on the year prior. The United States remains the largest destination for goatmeat, accounting for 57% of exports or 12,505 tonnes in 2022.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Live cattle exports totalled 600,084 head in 2022, down 22% from 2021, with Indonesia remaining as the largest market for live cattle, receiving 56% of all cattle leaving Australia.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In 2022, Australian live sheep exports totalled 502,758 head, down 13% on the previous year. Kuwait remained Australia&rsquo;s largest destination for live sheep exports in 2022, accounting for 58% of exports, followed by Israel at 14%.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Australia&rsquo;s per capita beef and sheepmeat consumption continues to be one of the largest in the world.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Australian per capita consumption of beef was approximately 23.7kg in 2022, while the global average is 6.3kg.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Australian consumption of sheepmeat was approximately 6.8kg in 2022, while the global average is 1.8kg. While 2022 saw lamb consumption dip slightly, there has been an uplift in consumption in late 2022 and early 2023.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Australians love their red meat, and the latest State of the Industry report supports that as we are some of the biggest per capita consumers of beef and lamb", Mr Strong said.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Throughout 2023 we have seen both saleyard and retail prices fall as supply increases, this is leading to a production boom as we approach the end of this year".&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The sales performance of Australian lamb and beef in the domestic market is very strong, with both proteins growing in sales volume and overall value. When comparing the last quarter with the same period in 2022, value growth for beef is 1.8% and for lamb is 4.2%.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Now is the perfect opportunity for Australian consumers to put some red meat in their trolley and enjoy the best our industry has to offer".&nbsp;</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-22 00:10:30  2025-08-04 12:28:18  Details Edit Delete
6819  Another strong quarter for Norwegian seafood exports  Norway exported NOK 42.1 billion worth of seafood in the third quarter. This is an increase of NOK 3.7 billion, or 10 per cent, compared to last year. ”In terms of value, Norwegian seafood exports are still doing well. Salmon, trout, cod and pollack have had a historically strong third quarter behind them. However, it is still the weak Norwegian krone that is the most important driver of value growth”, says Christian Chramer, CEO of the Norwegian Seafood Council.  <p style="font-weight: 400;">So far this year, Norway has exported NOK 124.1 billion worth of seafood. The total Norwegian seafood export in 2021 was NOK 120.8 billion.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We can already see that 2023 will be a new record year for Norwegian seafood exports. Although most of the growth in value in the third quarter can be explained by the weak Norwegian krone, seafood from Norway is still a highly sought-after global commodity with a very strong position in many markets. Every day, a highly skilled seafood industry works to produce and develop quality products that ensure healthy, safe and sustainable food for the world. It makes me both proud and happy", says Fisheries and Oceans Minister Bj&oslash;rnar Skj&aelig;ran (Ap).</p> <p><strong>Decrease in export value measured in euros</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Measured in Norwegian kroner, July, August, and September were the best third quarter ever for Norwegian seafood exports.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"If, on the other hand, we measure seafood exports in euros, our largest and most important trading currency, there was an overall decline in value for Norwegian seafood exports. The reason is that the Norwegian krone has been significantly weaker in the third quarter compared to last year", explains Chramer.</p> <p><strong>Fewer export products with price growth measured in euros</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Measured in Norwegian kroner, in the third quarter, there was a price increase for as many as 15 of our 20 largest export products, while measured in euros, only 8 out of 20 products had a higher export price than in the third quarter last year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It tells of an underlying picture that is more muted than if we only look at the value development in the Norwegian kroner", says Christian Chramer.</p> <p><strong>Fall in the consumer price index for food in the EU</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The EU market had the largest share of Norwegian seafood exports in terms of value in the third quarter. 391,000 tonnes of Norwegian seafood was exported to the EU for NOK 25.1 billion, a value increase of 15 per cent.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The development in the EU, to which we exported 60 per cent of all seafood in the third quarter, now shows an increasingly lower price increase for food products. The consumer price index for food in the EU markets fell in July and August. This also affects the price development for Norwegian seafood", explains Chramer.</p> <p><strong>These were the largest export markets in Q3</strong></p> <table style="width: 453.391px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;" border="0" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="0"> <tbody> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Market</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><strong><span lang="DE">bn NOK</span></strong></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><strong><span lang="DE">% change</span></strong></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">Poland</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">5,4</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">23 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">Denmark</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">3,6</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">14 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">USA</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">3,3</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">16 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">Netherlands</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">2,8</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">18 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">France</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">2,7</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">8 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">Spain</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">2,1</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">29 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">China</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">2,1</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">0 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">UK</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">2,0</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">-2 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px;"> <p style="text-align: center;"><span lang="DE">Italy</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">1,7</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">18 %</span></p> </td> </tr> <tr> <td style="width: 231px;"> <p style="text-align: center;"><span lang="DE">Germany</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 100px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">1,4</span></p> </td> <td style="width: 96.3906px; text-align: center;"> <p><span lang="DE">22 %</span></p> </td> </tr> </tbody> </table> <p><strong>Some facts about seafood exports in the third quarter</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>The largest markets for Norwegian seafood exports in the third quarter were Poland, Denmark and the USA</li> <li>A total of 661,794 tonnes of seafood was exported in the third quarter. This is a reduction of 81,488 tonnes compared to last year. Here, mackerel contributes the largest decline in terms of volume.</li> <li>Poland had the largest increase in value this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 997 million, or 23 per cent, compared to the same period last year. The export volume to Poland ended at 80,000 tonnes, 9 per cent higher than the same quarter last year</li> <li>Seafood was exported to 135 countries in the third quarter. This is the same number as in the same period last year</li> <li>Salmon increases the value of all the major growth markets, while the UK has a decline in several species, such as mackerel, haddock, prawns, trout and cod. For its part, China has seen a decline in mackerel, cod and haddock.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Seafood exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>The export value in September ended at NOK 15.9 billion</li> <li>This is an increase of NOK 1.3 billion, or 9 per cent, compared to the same month last year</li> <li>This is a record-high export value for Norwegian seafood in a single month. In total, the value was NOK 225 million higher than the previous record month, which was in March 2023</li> </ul> <p><strong>Historically strong quarter for salmon</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 347,700 tonnes of salmon worth NOK 31 billion in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 3.7 billion, or 13 per cent, compared to the third quarter of last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 1 per cent</li> <li>Poland, the USA and France were the biggest markets for salmon in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This is a record-high export value for salmon in a single quarter, NOK 952 million higher than the previous record quarter, which was in the fourth quarter of 2022.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The value development follows a pattern of growth over a long period of time, and September was the 31st month in a row with an increase in value. Unfortunately, it is not the growth in demand that is the most important contribution to this, but the weak Norwegian krone", says Seafood Analyst Paul T. Aandahl with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>The greatest increase in value in Poland</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Poland had the greatest increase in value in this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 943 million, or 23 per cent, compared to the same quarter last year. The export volume to Poland was 64,400 tonnes, 7 per cent higher than last year's last quarter.</p> <p><strong>The reopening in China gives the salmon a boost</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"China is the second largest growth market in the third quarter. This is largely due to the reopening of society after the coronavirus pandemic. The restaurant market, in particular, has given the salmon a boost. Larger quantities of fresh salmon have never been supplied to China than this year - neither from Norway nor in total", explains Aandahl.</p> <p><strong>Salmon exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 130,700 tonnes of salmon worth NOK 11.2 billion in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 1.4 billion, or 14 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 5 per cent.</li> </ul> <p><strong>Record high export value for trout</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 18,900 tonnes of trout worth NOK 1.6 billion in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 145 million, or 10 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Growth in export volume of 15 per cent</li> <li>The USA, Ukraine and Japan were the biggest markets for trout in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This is a record-high export value for trout in a single quarter, NOK 145 million higher than the previous record quarter, which was in the third quarter of 2022.</p> <p><strong>The biggest increase in value for trout to Ukraine</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Ukraine had the largest increase this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 115 million, or 136 per cent, compared to the same quarter last year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The export volume to Ukraine ended at 3,000 tonnes, 113 per cent higher than in the same quarter last year. Although there is growth there this year, the export volume is still 23 per cent behind the record export in the third quarter of 2020", says Seafood Analyst Paul T. Aandahl with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Trout exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 6,300 tonnes of trout worth NOK 554 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 59 million, or 12 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>There is a growth in export volume of 6 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Strong quarter for fresh cod</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 6,900 tonnes of fresh cod worth NOK 377 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 97 million, or 35 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>This is a growth in volume of 34 per cent</li> <li>Denmark, the Netherlands and Spain were the biggest markets for fresh cod in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">While Denmark and the Netherlands mainly re-export the cod to the large markets outside Europe, Spain is our largest consumer market for direct exports from Norway. The export volume to Spain has increased sharply compared to the third quarter of last year, driven by increased volumes of farmed cod.</p> <p><strong>Great potential in Spain</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The Spanish love fresh cod, and the Norwegian cod has a strong position. The potential for continued growth is significant, and with the farmed cod, the Spaniards have a greater opportunity to eat cod 12 months a year. We are also seeing more processed products from fresh cod in the shops. It is a positive development that can contribute to lifting consumption in the future", says Tore Holvik, the Norwegian Seafood Council's envoy to Spain.</p> <p><strong>Significant growth in the third quarter</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Both wild-caught and farmed fresh whole cod had significant growth in the third quarter. 5,400 tonnes of fresh whole wild cod and 1,100 tonnes of farmed cod were exported. Exports of fresh fillets fell by as much as 40 per cent, and only 400 tonnes of fresh fillets were exported in the third quarter.</p> <p><strong>Largest share of farmed cod since 2012</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"In the third quarter, farmed cod accounted for as much as 19 per cent of the export of fresh cod measured in value. This is the highest proportion since the third quarter of 2012. The export price for farmed cod was also significantly higher than wild cod's. While the average price of wild-caught fresh whole cod was NOK 47 per kg in the third quarter, the average price of fresh whole farmed cod was NOK 63 per kg", says Seafood Analyst Eivind Hestvik Br&aelig;kkan with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Fresh cod exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 1,500 tonnes of fresh cod worth NOK 88 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 22 million, or 33 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in export volume of 49 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Weak quarter for frozen cod</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 10,100 tonnes of frozen cod worth NOK 600 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 208 million, or 26 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 31 per cent</li> <li>The UK, Vietnam and Latvia were the largest markets for frozen cod in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">A drop of as much as 35 per cent in the export volume of frozen whole cod contributes to a significantly weaker export value in the third quarter. Frozen fillet increases in volume by 13 per cent to 1,700 tonnes.</p> <p><strong>Decline to China</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export volume to China fell by a significant 74 per cent in the third quarter, and the country was only the fourth largest destination country for frozen cod in this period.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Our export data back to 1988 shows that this is the first time China is not among the two largest destination countries for frozen cod in a quarter. Latvia, Vietnam and Portugal stand out with volume growth of 700, 700 and 400 tonnes, respectively", says Seafood Analyst Eivind Hestvik Br&aelig;kkan with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Lower export volume to the UK</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Our largest destination country, the UK, had a decrease in export volume in the third quarter of 17 per cent, or 540 tonnes.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The decline is driven by a lower volume of frozen whole cod, which fell from 790 tonnes to 1,690 tonnes. On the other hand, the export of frozen fillet increased by 250 tonnes to 950 tonnes", says Br&aelig;kkan.</p> <p><strong>This was the export of frozen cod in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 3,300 tonnes of frozen cod worth NOK 187 million in September</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 62 million, or 25 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 26 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Growth in volume and value for clipfish</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 21,700 tonnes of clipfish to a value of NOK 1.5 billion in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 124 million, or 9 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>There is a growth in export volume of 4 per cent</li> <li>Portugal, Brazil and Congo-Brazzaville were the biggest markets for clipfish in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Both cod and pollack increased in volume in the third quarter, with 140 and 1,170 tonnes respectively, or 2 and 10 per cent. The export value increased by 15 and 8 per cent, respectively, to NOK 841 and 579 million.</p> <p><strong>Good development for Brazil</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export volume to our second largest market, Brazil, was stable for cuttlefish of pollock and grew 12 per cent for cod clipfish.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Overall for all clipfish, the volume to Brazil increased by 1 per cent to 3,900 tonnes, while the value increased by 7 per cent, to a total of NOK 271 million", says Seafood Analyst Eivind Hestvik Br&aelig;kkan with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>The greatest increase in export value to Portugal</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Portugal had the largest increase in value in this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 91 million, or 17 per cent, compared to the same period last year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export volume to Portugal ended at 5,500 tonnes, 3 per cent higher than in the same quarter last year. Of this, 5,400 tonnes were cod rockfish.</p> <p><strong>Clipfish exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 9,400 tonnes of clipfish to a value of NOK 669 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 19 million, or 3 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>There is a growth in export volume of 2 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Export value growth for salted fish</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 3,700 tonnes of salted fish to a value of NOK 274 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 29 million, or 12 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 2 per cent</li> <li>Portugal, Italy and Canada were the largest markets for salted fish in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Portugal had the largest increase in value this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 16 million, or 11 per cent, compared to the same quarter last year.</p> <p><strong>Volume growth for Italy and Greece</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export volume to Portugal ended at 1,900 tonnes, which is 15 per cent lower than in the same quarter last year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Greece and Italy had the greatest volume growth in the third quarter. To Italy, there was an increase in the export of salted fillets of ling and tusk, which increased the total volume of salted fish, while Greece had growth for salted fish of cod and ling", says Seafood Analyst Eivind Hestvik Br&aelig;kkan with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Salted fish exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 1,700 tonnes of salted fish to a value of NOK 128 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 16 million, or 14 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>There is a growth in the volume of 4 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Value growth for dried fish</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 764 tonnes of dried fish to a value of NOK 146 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 32 million, or 28 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in export volume of 26 per cent</li> <li>Italy, Mexico and Nigeria were the largest markets for dried fish in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export volume for whole dried cod is the lowest ever recorded in a third quarter, with a decrease of 16 per cent to 350 tonnes, down from 550 tonnes last year. However, the volume increased by 16 per cent to 260 tonnes for our largest market, Italy.</p> <p><strong>Decrease in export volume to Croatia, Nigeria and the USA</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The decrease in export volume was greatest to Croatia, Nigeria and the USA. It could be a sign that with lower cod quotas and more expensive raw materials, higher priority must be given to markets such as Italy, which are less price sensitive", says Seafood Analyst Eivind Hestvik Br&aelig;kkan at the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>This year's dried fish production is on its way to the market</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Italy had the largest increase in value in this quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 30 million, or 57 per cent, compared to the same quarter last year. While the export volume in August was very low, the volume increased significantly in September.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It seems that this year's dried fish production is now on its way to the market. This year, the export price has increased in line with raw material prices, i.e. the landing prices for fresh whole cod, and remained above NOK 300 per kg through the third quarter", explains Br&aelig;kkan.</p> <p><strong>Dried fish exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 423 tonnes of dried fish to a value of NOK 96 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 25 million, or 36 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in volume of 22 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>Strong growth for herring</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 44,100 tonnes of herring worth NOK 812 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 155 million, or 24 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in volume of 2.5 per cent</li> <li>Poland, Germany and the Netherlands were the biggest markets for herring in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In the third quarter, the trend continues with reduced exports of whole frozen herring, while exports of both fillet products and marinated products increase.</p> <p><strong>Increased demand for fillets</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The decline in the export of whole frozen herring is linked to a small supply of small sizes that many African markets demand. In addition, high prices for flour and oil and good demand for fillets lead to more fillets being filleted. High prices for Norwegian herring and the supply of Pacific herring to Africa also reduce exports to these markets", says Jan Eirik Johnsen, Manager for Pelagic Species with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Volume drop for whole frozen herring</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">There is also little of the largest herring in demand in Eastern Europe that is frozen whole. This has led to the volume in the third quarter falling by 40 per cent for whole frozen herring, while the average price increased by 23 per cent.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"For herring fillets, there is a marked increase in the export of skinless fillets. Here, the volume increased by 97 per cent, while the price increased by 11 per cent. There has been an increase in exports to markets such as Poland, Lithuania, France and Germany, which show good demand", explains Johnsen.</p> <p><strong>Demanding market for herring roe</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Due to good demand for fillets, deliveries of North Sea herring from British boats, which normally deliver roe-ripened herring for roe production in September, were brought forward to August.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"There is a demanding market for herring roe this year due to large volumes of Icelandic capelin roe", explains Johnsen.</p> <p><strong>Decrease in the export of herring fillets</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For herring fillets, there is a decrease in exports of 37 per cent in volume (from 15,200 tonnes to 9,600 tonnes).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This is largely related to the fact that the export of herring patches produced from British raw material will not be exported until the duty-free period to the EU starts in February", says Jan Eirik Johnsen.</p> <p><strong>The herring quota is reduced by 24 per cent</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For marinated herring products (vinegar-treated and spice-salted), the volume increased in the third quarter by 19 per cent, while the price increased by 12 per cent. Poland, Sweden, Denmark and Germany are the most important markets for these products.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"On 29 September, the International Council for the Exploration of the Sea (ICES) came up with its recommendation for the quota for Norwegian spring-spawning herring (NVG). In its advice, ICES points out that the spawning population will fall below the precautionary limit for next year, and thus, the quota advice will be reduced by 24 per cent, to 390,000 tonnes, compared to the current year", explains Johnsen.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Earlier this year, the quota for North Sea herring was published. There was an increase from 404,000 tonnes to 523,000 tonnes, corresponding to 29.5 per cent.</p> <p><strong>Herring exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 17,600 tonnes of herring worth NOK 337 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 52 million, or 18 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume grew by 8 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>A weak quarter for mackerel</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 61,300 tonnes of mackerel to a value of NOK 1.3 billion in the third quarter</li> <li>The export value fell by NOK 703 million, or 34 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 49 per cent</li> <li>Japan, Vietnam and China were the biggest markets for mackerel in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In 2021 and 2022, Norwegian fishermen did not have access to fish mackerel in British waters, where a significant part of the Norwegian quota was taken in the previous years.</p> <p><strong>Mackerel exports were accelerated</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The combination of this and large quotas meant that the mackerel season started early in August, which also affected exports, which were accelerated from October to August/September", explains Jan Eirik Johnsen, Manager for Pelagic Species with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>Demanding conditions for mackerel fishing</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"At the same time, the Norwegian fleet wants to take much of the quota in Norwegian waters, which is linked to future quota negotiations. The fleet was thus already active in mid-August and then in Norwegian waters. However, it has turned out that the mackerel fishing has been very demanding", says Johnsen.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Norwegian boats landed just over 90,000 tonnes in August and September, compared to 230,000 tonnes the previous year.</p> <p><strong>Good demand in Asia</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This naturally affects exports in the third quarter. At the end of September, 92,000 tonnes of the quota remained, compared to 25,000 tonnes at the same time last year. At the same time, it is expected that the quota will be taken during the month of October", says Jan Eirik Johnsen.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Good demand is reported in the important Asian markets, and the price to Japan, Norway's most important mackerel market, was 22 per cent higher in September than in the same month last year.</p> <p><strong>Mackerel exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 47,600 tonnes of mackerel to a value of NOK 1.1 billion in September</li> <li>The export value fell by NOK 341 million, or 24 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 42 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>A historically good quarter for king crab</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 934 tonnes of king crab worth NOK 427 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 181 million, or 74 per cent, compared to the third quarter of last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in volume of 109 per cent</li> <li>The USA, Hong Kong SAR and South Korea were the largest markets for king crab in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">A record-high export value of king crab in the third quarter is driven by increased export volumes as a result of increased quotas and landings so far this year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">On the other hand, export prices in the Norwegian kroner are down from the record levels from last year and have now stabilized at the level of the third quarter of 2021.</p> <p><strong>Strong growth in Hong Kong and China</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The third quarter is usually the strongest in the export of king crab because both the catch and demand are at their best. We see that the demand for live king crab has picked up in Asia. It is particularly driven by strong growth in Hong Kong and China in the third quarter", says Josefine Voraa, responsible for shellfish at Norway's Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>The USA is the largest market</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The USA is the largest and strongest growth market this quarter, as large volumes of frozen and live king crab go there.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The export value increased by NOK 87 million, or 176 per cent, compared to last year's quarter. The export volume ended at 283 tonnes", says Voraa.</p> <p><strong>King crab exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 295 tonnes of king crab worth NOK 132 million in September</li> <li>Export value increased by NOK 49 million, or 59 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>This represents a growth in volume of 106 per cent.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Normally, there tend to be fewer king crab exports to Asia in September as Russia has started its red king crab fishing season, and the first big landings are coming into Asia.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This year, there is a strong growth in the export value of live king crab to Hong Kong and China of a total of NOK 24 million compared to September last year", says Voraa.</p> <p><strong>Low exports of snow crab in the third quarter</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 185 tonnes of snow crab worth NOK 20 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 45 million, or 69 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 60 per cent</li> <li>The US, Canada and Indonesia were the largest markets for snow crab in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">As the quota has been fished earlier and earlier in recent years, more snow crab has also been exported in the first half of the year.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In this year's first and second quarters, there was a record high export with a total of 4,749 tonnes, while in the third quarter, only 185 tonnes of snow crab were exported.</p> <p><strong>Snow crab exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 41 tonnes of snow crab worth NOK 6 million in September</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 18 million, or 76 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 76 per cent</li> </ul> <p><strong>A demanding quarter for prawn</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 5,000 tonnes of prawn to a value of NOK 312 million in the third quarter</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 59 million, or 16 per cent, compared to the third quarter last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 40 per cent</li> <li>Sweden, UK and Ukraine were the biggest markets for prawn in the third quarter</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export of prawns declined in the third quarter as a result of a decrease in the volume of frozen industrial prawns to Iceland.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"On the other hand, there has been an increase in the production of cooked, frozen shelled prawn in the Barents Sea. This has led to an increase in the export value of this product by NOK 59 million, or 1,162 tonnes", says Josefine Voraa, Manager for Shellfish with the Norwegian Seafood Council.</p> <p><strong>A weakened krone raises the export price</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The export of frozen, peeled prawn is more on par with previous years. There is a slight decrease in volume of 89 tonnes, or 5 per cent, in the third quarter.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"A weakened krone against the euro means that the Norwegian export price is 7 per cent higher than last year, but in euros, it falls by 2 per cent", explains Voraa.</p> <p><strong>Largest increase in value to Ukraine</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Ukraine had the greatest increase in value in the third quarter, with an increase in export value of NOK 33 million compared to the same period last year, and NOK 29 million compared to 2021. The export volume to Ukraine ended at 608 tonnes in the third quarter.</p> <p><strong>Prawn exports in September</strong></p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Norway exported 2,400 tonnes of prawn worth NOK 124 million in September</li> <li>Export value fell by NOK 29 million, or 19 per cent, compared to September last year</li> <li>Export volume fell by 35 per cent</li> </ul>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-23 00:05:42  2025-08-05 16:56:22  Details Edit Delete
6820  Tyson Foods partnerships with Protix for more sustainable protein production  The partnership represents Tyson Foods’ commitment to continuous innovation, business growth and working towards sustainable solutions, opening a new revenue stream while accelerating Protix’s international expansion.  <p>Tyson Foods, one of the world&rsquo;s largest food companies, has reached an agreement for a two-fold investment with Protix, the leading global insect ingredients company. The strategic investment will support the growth of the emerging insect ingredient industry and expand the use of insect ingredient solutions to create more efficient sustainable proteins and lipids for use in the global food system. The agreement combines Tyson Foods&rsquo; global scale, experience and network with Protix&rsquo;s technology and market leadership to meet current market demand and scale production of insect ingredients.</p> <p>Through a direct equity investment, Tyson Foods will acquire a minority stake in Protix to help fund its global expansion. In addition, Tyson Foods and Protix have entered a joint venture for the operation and construction of an insect ingredient facility in the continental United States. Upon completion, it will be the first at-scale facility of its kind to upcycle food manufacturing byproducts into high-quality insect proteins and lipids which will primarily be used in the pet food, aquaculture, and livestock industries.</p> <p>"Our partnership with Protix represents the latest strategic investment by Tyson Foods in groundbreaking solutions that drive added value to Tyson Foods&rsquo; business", said John R. Tyson, chief financial officer of Tyson Foods. "The insect lifecycle provides the opportunity for full circularity within our value chain, strengthening our commitment to building a more sustainable food system for the future".</p> <p>Kees Aarts, CEO of Protix, says: "We are very excited to announce the next step in our international growth strategy. Tyson Foods&rsquo; and Protix&rsquo;s strategic partnership advances our joint work towards creating high-quality, more sustainable protein using innovative technology and solutions. Moreover, we can immediately use their existing byproducts as feedstock for our insects. This agreement is a major milestone for Protix and significantly accelerates our ambition to grow through international partnerships".&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>The to-be-built facility in the U.S. will house an enclosed system to support all aspects of insect protein production including the breeding, incubating, and hatching of insect larvae. In addition to ingredients for the aquaculture and pet food industries, processed larvae may also be used as ingredients within livestock and plant feed.</p> <p>Protix is a fully integrated insect ingredients company, producing and processing 14,000 metric tons LLE annually in its Netherlands facility which has been in operation since 2019. It serves major global companies in the pet food, aquaculture feed, livestock feed and organic fertilizer industries as the demand for insect ingredients continues to grow.</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-23 00:10:28  2025-08-06 03:34:03  Details Edit Delete
6821  AHDB analysis: September beef and lamb production in UK  Beef production levels for September 2023 sat at 70,700 tonnes, according to the most recent Defra production statistics. This is a decrease of 3,000 tonnes (-4%), compared to August. Furthermore, production levels when compared to those seen in September 2022, have declined by 2%.  <p><span lang="DE">Prime cattle slaughter levels for September 2023 totalled 161,200 head, compared to 167,500 in August 2023, a fall of 4%. Additionally, September&rsquo;s prime cattle slaughterings sat below the 5-year average by 3,800 head, as well as September 2022 by 1,500 head (-1%). As Christmas procurement gathers pace, we would expect to see an increase in seasonal slaughter levels in the final quarter.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Cow slaughter for September 2023 (48,100) was also down by 5% compared to September 2022 (50,800). It has also declined by 1,500 head (-3%) against the previous month.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Prime cattle carcase weights have been lighter throughout 2023 and this trend has continued into September. Average prime cattle carcase weights for September sat at 340kg/head, a small drop of 0.4% (-1.5kg) compared to September 2022, contributing to the decline in production. Additionally, when compared with the 5-year average for September (342.4kg/head) weights have declined by 2.1kg. Supporting this data, market reports suggest that while forage production has improved this year, variable quality has contributed to increased instances of cattle coming forwards for slaughter slightly under-finished.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Cow carcase weights have remained relatively stable, at an average of 298.3kg/head in September, a decrease of 0.3kg compared to the 5-year average and a 0.1kg decrease compared to August 2023.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">UK sheep meat production in September 2023 totalled 22,700 tonnes according to Defra. This is a decline of 4% from August, where production totalled 24,400 tonnes. Production levels for lamb and mutton were also down by 7% compared to September 2022 (23,700t). September 2023 also sat below the 5-year average by 12%.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Carcase weights have had little impact on production figures for September 2023, at an average of 19.6kg/head, the same weight as August and a mere 0.1kg/head below the September 2022 average.</span></p> <p>Declining production rates have been driven by the decrease in slaughterings. UK clean sheep slaughterings fell from the previous month, down by 4% from 1,037,000 to 994,000 head. September 2023 rates also sat below the slaughter figure for September 2022 by 4%. Adult sheep slaughter rates have also declined by 4% since August 2022, from 151,900 to 145,500 head.</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-24 00:05:55  2025-08-06 04:21:06  Details Edit Delete
6822  JBS study reveals tannin cuts greenhouse gas emissions by 17% in livestock farming  JBS and Silvateam, a global leader in producing plant extracts for animal feed, have recently unveiled the results of a study demonstrating the effectiveness of tannin in curbing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions within the beef industry.   <p><span lang="DE">This research, conducted by the S&atilde;o Paulo Institute of Zootechny (IZ), concluded that utilizing a feed additive called SilvaFeed BX&reg;, containing a blend of tannins and saponins, can reduce enteric methane emissions by as much as 17% for feedlot beef cattle. Moreover, the study's measurement methodology will enable JBS and other industry players to track emission reductions on their GHG accounting in the future.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"JBS has been a key supporter in developing various studies on food additives, including the use of tannins in feed for cattle in feedlots. This technology isn't just of interest to our company; it's a matter of significance for the entire livestock sector. By making these solutions accessible throughout the production chain, we are actively contributing to the promotion of low-carbon livestock farming in Brazil," explains Fabio Dias, Director of Livestock at Friboi and leader of Regenerative Agriculture at JBS Brazil.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The research was conducted by experts from IZ's recently established Science Center for Advancing Climate Neutrality in Beef Cattle Raising. They closely monitored the cattle at JBS's feedlot in Guai&ccedil;ara (SP) for approximately six months. When applying the study's results retroactively between 2019 and 2022, it's evident that the use of the tannin and saponin mixture in their diet prevented the emission of more than 30,200 tons of carbon dioxide (CO₂) equivalent in JBS feedlot cattle. To put this in perspective, it's like taking around 24,000 gasoline-powered cars off the road or planting over 2,000 trees during that timeframe.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">One of the main advantages of the tannin mixture compared to other feed additives is its widespread use in Brazilian livestock farming. This product not only contributes to weight gain and the development of cattle carcasses but also results in reduced feed costs, improved feed conversion, and enhanced protein efficiency. Over time, experts and researchers have been exploring the hypothesis that tannin, by improving cattle's intestinal health, would effectively reduce enteric emissions. The study confirmed this hypothesis.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Silvateam reports that since 2016, more than 5 million head of cattle in Brazilian feedlots have been benefiting from the tannin produced by the company. This has prevented the emission of 11,900 tons of methane or 334,766 tons of CO₂ equivalent, corresponding to the planting of 22,600 trees or the removal of 265,600 gasoline-powered cars from circulation.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Cattle have often been associated with a significant share of greenhouse gas emissions. However, through our studies, evidence, and practical application of tannins in animal nutrition, we have demonstrated that a substantial reduction in methane emissions is possible. This shows that livestock farming actively contributes to achieving climate neutrality," states Marcelo Manella, director of Silvateam.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Tannins are natural chemical compounds found in various parts of plants, including fruit, leaves, seeds, and bark. Silvafeed BX, an additive used in JBS feedlots, is based on tannins extracted from quebracho trees, chestnut trees, and saponins. When introduced into cattle feed, these tannins effectively regulate and modify rumen fermentation. This leads to a reduction in enteric methane emissions, improved rumen metabolism, and, consequently, optimized animal performance.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The research conducted in partnership with JBS and Silvateam not only benefits the participating companies but also the entire Brazilian livestock industry. It provides scientific evidence that the use of feed additives, such as tannins, effectively reduces the carbon footprint of livestock farming, leading to more sustainable operations," explained Renata Helena Branco Arnandes, the researcher responsible for the study.</span></p>  1    Technology adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-24 00:10:05  2025-08-05 14:05:02  Details Edit Delete
6823  After Anuga, ABPA exporters project US$ 1.8 billion in exports  The action organized by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA), in partnership with the Brazilian Export and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil), during Anuga, the largest food fair, ended successfully in the world, held between October 7th and 11th, in Cologne, Germany.  <p><span lang="DE">In just five days of the event, the 22 agribusinesses participating in the action in the ABPA space completed deals that exceeded US$570 million in exports to markets on the five continents, which were present at the event.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Based on the negotiations carried out at the event with more than 2 thousand business meetings held at the fair, the companies participating in the action project exports that are expected to exceed US$ 1.8 billion in the next 12 months, covering the poultry, pork and egg sectors.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The event's big numbers are not limited to results in exports.&nbsp;The action was also marked by the strengthening of international image actions of the Brazilian productive sector.&nbsp;It was the moment for the launch of the international campaign &ldquo;Good Food &ndash; Sustainable Protein&rdquo;, the second phase of the campaign started in 2021 that highlights the attributes that differentiate the sustainability of poultry and pig farming in Brazil.&nbsp;The launch was attended by several authorities &ndash; including the Minister of Agriculture, Carlos F&aacute;varo, and the president of ApexBrasil, Jorge Viana.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The action marks a new strategic front of sectoral action, this time, marked by the presentation of sustainability cases from companies producing and exporting poultry and pig farming in Brazil &ndash; which will be available on the websites www.proteinasustentavel.<a href="http://com.br/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://com.br&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1698133165924000&amp;usg=AOvVaw0Tdu26Af_B_fywnind_ciD">com.br</a><wbr />&nbsp;&nbsp;(Portuguese version) and&nbsp;&nbsp;www.&nbsp;<wbr />brazilianssustainableprotein.&nbsp;<wbr />com&nbsp;&nbsp;(in English).&nbsp;Actions will also be carried out on social networks, in addition to the dissemination of a campaign video.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The flavor and quality of the products were also highlighted in the ABPA gastronomic area at the event, under the command of chef Marcelo Bortolon.&nbsp;More than 1,400 chicken dishes were served in the association's tasting area.&nbsp;For the first time, tastings of duck meat and cracklings were also held, which were added to the traditional omelettes, distributed to importers and potential customers in the sector.&nbsp;All this, also counting on the distribution of materials with information about the sector's exporting industries and the characteristics of Brazilian production, which is based on three pillars: quality, health status and sustainability.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">&ldquo;It was a broad, complex action with results that speak for themselves.&nbsp;Participation in Anuga is one of the most important on our calendar, and the success of the image and business actions shows that we achieved all our objectives&rdquo;, says the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-24 00:15:15  2025-08-04 04:29:28  Details Edit Delete
6824  RAPS takes over Salz Centrale Hamburg  Spice specialist expands business segment with new acquisition. Spice manufacturer RAPS has acquired the table salt business of Salz Centrale Hamburg through its majority holding in BIOVA with immediate effect. The acquisition adds a wide range of natural salts to the portfolio and expands the global network of suppliers.  <p>In recent decades, Salz Centrale has built up a large number of exclusive contacts in the countries of origin of the salts, such as Pakistan, Bolivia and Hawaii. The clientele, including top European chefs, well-known food manufacturers and wholesalers will, in future, be supplied by BIOVA. BIOVA has been part of the RAPS Group since 2021 and is a long-standing, close partner of Salz Centrale.</p> <p>Florian Knell, CEO of the RAPS Group, is pleased with the conclusion of the contract: "Part of our growth strategy is not only to grow by our own efforts, but also greatly expand our competence through acquisitions. Here, the purchase of Salz Centrale is another huge step forward", he says. Knell also predicts good opportunities for RAPS to make further acquisitions in the future.</p> <p>Dirk Carstensen, founder of Salz Centrale Hamburg, feels the time has come for a change after more than 20 years as managing director: "It is a stroke of luck that we came to RAPS through our close relationship with BIOVA. I am sure that I am leaving my life's work in good hands and that my long-standing customers will continue to be well looked after".</p> <p>Raphael Deckert, Managing Director of BIOVA, is happy about the development, too, and is looking forward to integrating the new partner at its site near Stuttgart: "With Salz Centrale, we are not only welcoming friends to our Wildberg facility, but also further expanding our excellent market position for high-quality specialty salts and strengthening our European distribution".</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-25 00:05:11  2025-08-06 03:23:01  Details Edit Delete
6825  Development of US beef burger in Africa  USMEF is developing downstream demand in South Africa’s foodservice sector, thanks to sampling programs at The Meating Room, USMEF’s primary venue for demonstrating U.S. red meat products to potential customers in South Africa.  <p>Sampling programs for U.S. beef, used predominantly in South Africa but also other African countries, focus on developing foodservice demand for affordable, highly marbled but ungraded U.S. beef cuts. Prime and Choice U.S. beef cuts are also featured.&nbsp;</p> <p>"Through the sampling program, we have also introduced beef variety meat cuts and beef trim items that have not been promoted in the past. This led to the development of a burger for quick-service restaurants with a high U.S. beef content. The U.S. burger is rolling out at a gourmet franchise chain across South Africa and consumer feedback has been tremendous", says USMEF Africa Representative Matt Copeland.</p> <p>Funding support for U.S. beef sampling programs was provided by the Beef Checkoff Program, Iowa Beef Council, Oklahoma Beef Council and USDA&rsquo;s Market Access Program and Agricultural Trade Promotion Program.</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-25 00:10:09  2025-08-05 16:18:17  Details Edit Delete
6826  Australia: A-EU FTA negotiations must deliver for red meat  Ahead of what may be a final push for the Australia-European Union Free Trade Agreement (A-EU FTA) negotiations, the Australian red meat industry is adamant that the Australian Government maintains its stated objective of securing significant increases in market access for red meat.  <p><span lang="DE">Industry representatives will travel to Osaka next week to coincide with Trade Minister Farrell meeting with his EU counterpart, and encourage the Minister to continue the mission of &lsquo;levelling the playing field&rsquo; for Australian beef and sheepmeat access to the EU.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">With the EU holding firm on its highly restrictive quota position, Australian officials must also be resolute that there should be no deal for the sake of a deal &ndash; and importantly, no deal without addressing the red meat sector&rsquo;s disproportionally low volume access.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Our case for seeking and securing significant trade reform is compelling", says Andrew McDonald, Chair of the Australia-EU Red Meat Market Access Taskforce (the Taskforce).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The EU is one of the world&rsquo;s largest meat consumers and in order to service this demand, there is an ongoing import requirement.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Australia&rsquo;s trading relationship with the EU is based on shared values and is heavily focussed on meeting EU customer demand for high quality red meat products.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"However, our ability to service the market is severely limited due to the EU&rsquo;s maintenance of outdated, inequitable and restrictive quotas and high tariffs.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"This access has been largely unaltered for nearly 50 years; but to make matters worse, it has actually been eroded while we&rsquo;ve been negotiating the FTA.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We&rsquo;ve watched our competitors improve their access to the market and now we&rsquo;re looking to &lsquo;level the playing field&rsquo; - as the EU mantra consistently states".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The current competitive disadvantage for our products must be addressed. The trade imbalance on meat products which favours the EU must be addressed. These negotiations are the precise, and potentially only, fora to achieve these imperatives.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Our industry is an ardent supporter of trade reform and we have worked very closely with the negotiating team and their EU counterparts to ensure our position is well known", Mr McDonald said.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"These negotiations, while challenging, must get it right. Agreeing to a sub-optimal outcome will set back any reform to our trade framework to the EU for the foreseeable future and detrimentally impact our trade resilience and diversification for decades to come".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Industry concurs with Trade Minister Farrell&rsquo;s recent comment that: "if we can land a deal with the EU, it will deepen and diversify our trade, expand opportunities for Australian exporters and strengthen our supply chains".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This is a direct reflection of the red meat industry&rsquo;s position. Now the Government needs to stand and deliver.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"This is a once in a generation opportunity for our industry to improve our market access and we&rsquo;re looking to Minister Farrell and his government to maintain the resolve, even if that takes the negotiations beyond an end October timeline", Mr McDonald said.</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-25 00:15:08  2025-08-06 02:30:20  Details Edit Delete
6827  UK: Concerns grow over risks of low imported egg standards  British Lion eggs, NFU and RSPCA have voiced their concerns in the national media with the increasing volume and low standard of imported eggs, following figures from the Animal and Plant Health Agency.  <p><span lang="DE">Data shows that the number of eggs imported from Poland rose by more than 2,000%, from 46 consignments to 1,095 between 2021 and August 2023.&nbsp;The FSA has linked Polish eggs to a large Salmonella outbreak in the UK earlier this year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Minette Batters, the president of the NFU, said she was "staggered" by the figures: "When the medical advice is to eat British Lion eggs [stamped to show they have been produced in accordance with a code of practice], why on earth would they be importing eggs produced to standards that would be illegal in the UK?"</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Gary Ford, for the BEIC, said "it was very disappointing" to see imports growing, "particularly at a time when British producers have been struggling due to poor returns".</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-26 00:05:23  2025-08-06 05:55:53  Details Edit Delete
6828  German butchers visit the UK to find out about British red meat production  World champion butchers the Butcher Wolfpack of Germany recently came to the UK on a four-day trip to find out more about British lamb, beef and pork production and the possibilities of exporting meat to Germany, according to AHDB.  <p><span lang="DE">On Saturday 14 October, AHDB hosted 13 skilled German butchers at an event at Hogs Back Brewery Ltd., Farnham.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The highlight of the event was a showdown between&nbsp;Dirk Freyberger, the German butchery team captain,&nbsp;and&nbsp;his English counterpart,&nbsp;Simon&nbsp;Taylor demonstrating their lamb butchery skills. Following this exhibition, and in the spirit of friendly competition, the pair engaged in a 'grill off' where taste, timing, and innovation took centre stage.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The butchery event was held in collaboration with BBQ Magazine and as part of the Hogs Back &amp; Friends Beer Festival.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Following the demonstration, the butchers embarked on a tour of two sheep farms, including Hampton Estate near Farnham, where Bill Biddel showed them his impressive farm and explained how it is managed and how the meat from his Sussex cattle is marketed.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">From there, the butchers travelled to Yetminster, where they visited the ABP lamb abattoir and engaged in discussions about animal health and welfare, meat production, and the dynamics of the import and export markets. To round off their UK trip, the butchers visited a sheep farmer with 3,000 animals.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Looking ahead, the German Wolfpack team plans to use British lamb in their quest to defend their World Butchers' crown in Paris next year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Dr Tim Shaefer, AHDB's agent in Germany, said:&nbsp;</span><span lang="DE">"We hold the quality of British lamb in high regard and eagerly look forward to learning more"j.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Simon added:&nbsp;</span><span lang="DE">"Our aim is to spotlight the craftsmanship of butchers, ethically reared British meat, and the growing BBQ culture".</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-26 00:10:50  2025-08-06 02:59:51  Details Edit Delete
6829  Brazil: Egg exports grow 217.8 percent in September  Surveys by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) indicate that Brazilian exports of eggs (considering all products, including fresh and processed) totaled 1,524 thousand tons in September, which exceeds the total shipped in the same period by 217.8% 2022, with 479 tons.  <p><span lang="DE">Revenue obtained from shipments in September reached US$3,946 million, a performance 137.3% higher than that recorded in the same period last year, with US$1,663 million.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the year, the accumulated increase reaches 180.9%, with 22.6 thousand tons exported in the first nine months of the year, against 8,062 thousand tons exported in the same period of 2022.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Accumulated revenue reached US$56.3 million, a performance 214.1% higher than that recorded in the same period in 2022, with US$17.9 million.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"In less than nine months, the egg sector more than doubled the total shipments made in the 12 months of 2022. The significant increase in sales to markets with high levels of health requirements were a differentiator for the sector in the year, and it is expected that the same levels are maintained until the end of 2023", advises the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The main destination for September exports, Japan imported 888 tons in the period, a volume 922% higher than the total exported in the same month last year.&nbsp;Another highlight was Chile, with 237 tones (+379%).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"It is worth highlighting the increase in the number of markets accessed throughout the year, as well as the fact that exports accumulated in the year continue to exceed the level of 1% of production", highlights ABPA's director of markets, Lu&iacute;s Rua.</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-26 00:15:52  2025-08-06 01:31:05  Details Edit Delete
6830  SÜFFA 2023: 100 percent awesome  Top address for the meat industry: exhibitors and organiser confirmed the high expertise of visitors and a good investment climate  <p>After three exciting, inspiring and, above all, successful trade fair days, the 26th S&Uuml;FFA in Stuttgart closed its doors today with a positive overall result: "We managed to optimise a tried and tested concept once more", said Stefan Lohnert, President of Messe Stuttgart. "Feedback from all sectors clearly showed us once again that S&Uuml;FFA is more than just a marketplace and a product show for the meat industry. It is an important future platform where not only the entire range of the butcher's trade is represented, but challenges are analysed and potential solutions are shown".</p> <p>7,543 trade visitors came to the Stuttgart Trade Fair Center from 21 to 23 October to find out about current trends and the latest market developments from the 209 exhibitors. The trade visitors, 85 percent of whom were decision-makers, sounded out new business ideas and planned upcoming investments during discussions with colleagues and experts from the meat industry. This proved that the appeal of S&Uuml;FFA now extends far beyond the borders of Baden-W&uuml;rttemberg, Germany, Austria and Switzerland. More than half of the visitors travelled a distance of over 100 kilometres. This year's edition of the popular trade fair welcomed guests from more than 50 countries, including several international delegations and teams. Indian, Polish and Austrian trainees competed, for example, with colleagues from Germany in the junior competition and demonstrated their skills.</p> <p><strong>"Positive mood" and broad interest</strong></p> <p>All in all, there was "an absolutely positive atmosphere", enthused Joachim Lederer, Master of the Baden-W&uuml;rttemberg Regional Association of Butchers&rsquo; Guilds. "Thanks to the wide range and high quality of the products and services on offer, S&Uuml;FFA was able to reaffirm its importance as a top address for the meat industry. You felt that there was a good investment climate in general. Especially now, it is important to make the right decisions because courageous solutions often hold great opportunities. Anyone who understood this came to S&Uuml;FFA. It was a fantastic trade fair with first-class visitors!"</p> <p>In addition to raw materials, machines, digital technology and services, the wide-ranging interests of the trade visitors focused on future issues such as raw material security, 24/7 sales or vegetarian options. Current special topics such as delicatessen or game and hunting were presented in a vivid way. They formed attractive focal points of the well-attended trade fair. The BBQ area took account of the continuing BBQ trend with the BBQ shows which acted as a magnet for visitors. With the special sections "The Wishing Table 2.0" and "Buffet Reloaded", which were developed in cooperation with the Intergastra team and the IKA/Culinary Olympics, S&Uuml;FFA once again looked outside the box in order to present new requirements and interdisciplinary overlaps in a contemporary way. This was expressly welcomed by the visitors. There was plenty to look at again in the transparent sausage kitchen where a vegan product was also made for the first time.</p> <p><strong>"S&Uuml;FFA perennial favourites" and new formats</strong></p> <p>The extensive accompanying programme included a large number of information events and panel discussions. The core of the event was once again the stage for trends and innovations with first-class talks and discussions which were gladly embraced by an inquisitive audience. Other S&Uuml;FFA classics such as the eagerly awaited S&Uuml;FFA competitions or the Day of Women in Butchery were just as well received as new programme elements - primarily the networking meeting on Saturday and Sunday, which celebrated its premi&egrave;re at this year's S&Uuml;FFA. "The great response shows us that we are still on the right track with this trade fair", concluded Stefan Lohnert.</p> <p><strong>Specific inquiries, good contacts and satisfied exhibitors</strong></p> <p>The exhibitors' verdict was similarly positive: "S&Uuml;FFA exceeded our expectations", said Steffen Cyris, Managing Director of Schrutka-Peukert GmbH, and confirmed: "We were literally overrun by good trade visitors. The hard times after the energy crisis are definitely over - the mood is noticeably better again and we received some specific inquiries". This was also underlined by Thomas Pfeiffer, Area Sales Manager Retail South of BIZERBA SE &amp; Co. KG, who also praised the high expertise of the visitors: "Overall, there was a superb atmosphere at S&Uuml;FFA! We met interested trade visitors from Germany, Austria and Switzerland, who showed great interest in innovations and new products". Martin Fuchs, Sales Manager South at Albert Handtmann Maschinenfabrik, noted a continuing willingness to invest within the industry: "Due to the forced break caused by the corona pandemic, visitors obviously had S&Uuml;FFA withdrawal symptoms - there was a great deal going on. We met the right customers here, are totally satisfied and will definitely come back to the next S&Uuml;FFA!" Andreas Seydelmann, Managing Partner of Maschinenfabrik Seydelmann KG, added: "As a Stuttgart-based company, S&Uuml;FFA is a home game for us and is regarded as one of the most important trade fairs for the meat industry. In addition to the contacts and discussions with existing, long-standing customers, we welcomed new contacts on our stand from Austria, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, France and South Tyrol, but also from Spain and Poland. The three days of the trade fair were a complete success for us and we are already looking forward to the sequel in 2024".</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-27 00:05:58  2025-08-05 14:25:48  Details Edit Delete
6831  ABIEC promoted Brazilian meat and sustainability actions during Anuga 2023  New businesses and opportunities for Brazilian meat were the highlight of the participation of the Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (ABIEC) in the 2023 edition of Anuga.  <p><span lang="DE">The fair, which took place between the 7th and 11th of October in Cologne, Germany, brought together the main companies in the food sector in the world.&nbsp;The Brazilian action took place in partnership with the Brazilian Export and Investment Promotion Agency (ApexBrasil) through the Brazilian Beef project and was attended by 19 associated companies - Agra, Astra, Barra Mansa, Cooperfrigu, Estrela, Frigol, Frigon, Frigosul, Frisa, Iguatemi, JBS, Marfrig, Masterboi, Merc&uacute;rio, Minerva, Naturafrig, Plena, Prima Foods and Rio Maria.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Over five days, 900 kg of meat was served and visitors were able to enjoy the famous Brazilian barbecue with cuts such as picanha, filet mignon, sirloin and termite.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In total, around USD 340 million in new business was handled during the fair, in addition to the expectation of USD 2.8 billion in business over the next 12 months.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">For the president of ABIEC, Antonio Jorge Camardelli, Brazilian participation in Anuga is important not only for the volume of business, "but also for the opportunity to meet our partners again to show what Brazil has done to guarantee the continuity of our meat exports to Europe.&nbsp;Furthermore, during the 5 days, the fair registered more than 140 thousand visitors from 200 countries and more than 7,900 exhibitors from 118 countries, and we are proud to be part of this edition".</span></p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-27 00:10:33  2025-08-06 00:18:54  Details Edit Delete
6832  Argentine: Meat exports fell 26,6 percent in September  In September, Argentine exported 49,100 tons of chilled and frozen beef product weight for US$ 198.4 million.  <p>This implies respective falls of 26.6% and 23.1% compared to the previous month, according to INDEC data.</p> <p>In the first 9 months of 2023, exports accumulate 511,500 tons (product weight), for nearly US$ 2,137 million, 7.9% more in volume and 22.5% less in value than in the same period of 2022.</p> <p>The volume exported in September represented 26% of meat production.</p> <p>In September, shipments to China reached 10,600 tons of bone-in meat and trimmed bones, for US$ 14.6 million, and 26,000 tons of boneless beef, for US$ 86.9 million.</p> <p>This country represented 74.3% of the total volume exported by Argentine in September 2023 and 77.6% of the accumulated volume in the first 9 months of the year.&nbsp;"The average price of boneless meat sales to China in September was around US$3,350 per ton, significantly below the maximum of US$5,900 obtained in May 2022", said Mario Ravettino, president of the ABC Consortium.</p>  1    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-10-27 00:15:55  2025-08-06 04:05:37  Details Edit Delete
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