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3476	Tyson Foods gets clearance to China for all poultry plants	The company will take orders and ship the first batches at the beginning of 2020.	<p>Tyson Foods has received the export certification to China for all of its poultry plants, according to a recent report published by Reuters. In a statement for the agency, Hli Yang, a Tyson spokeswoman, said that the company expects first orders at the beginning of 2020 and is ready to ship the first batches of poultry from some of the 36 plants owned by Tyson.<br />China has lifted a 5-year ban for US poultry in November and the industry expects high volumes to be exported in the Asian country which faces an animal protein shortage due to the ASF crisis.<br />China is an important market for US poultry producers and other major players in the industry, with values up to $50 million per company before the ban. Due to the animal protein shortage in the Chinese market volumes and prices could be even higher in 2020. "The products specifically that would move to China, can't really answer since we've not had access for quite some time. However, it's likely going to be some form of dark meat and wings ... as well as the paws," said Noel White, president and chief executive officer Tyson Foods.<br />At the same time, demand for poultry in the domestic market is expected to increase, with per capita consumption reaching 44 kilograms, according to the National Chicken Council.<br />Brazil, another important supplier of poultry in the Chinese market, reported an increase of 28% poultry exports, in terms of volume, in China for 2019. The Asian country also imports poultry from Poland and Spain.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-18 07:54:25	2025-08-01 23:26:40	Details Edit Delete
3477	Weaner prices in Europe are skyrocketing		<p>The "pig meat vortex" created by China in the global market is having a big impact in the EU weaner market, where prices are exploding. In just one month and a half, the average price has jumped from €53.58/head to €63.75/head.</p> <p><img src="/files/pictures/article/eu-weaner-prices.png?1576667468847" alt="eu-weaner-prices" height="100%" /></p> <p><br />"The weaner market usually strengthens at this time of year, but the latest price is the highest on record. The lively market for finished pigs has undoubtedly influenced the weaner market, which has unusually been on an upward trend since mid-August. Weaners have increased in value by 27% in that time, no doubt supporting the profitability of EU piglet producers. Noticeably, the stronger rising trend in finished pig prices in the past two weeks has also been reflected in the weaner price. The recent extensive growth in the EU average weaner price was encouraged by large rises from several key markets," commented Bethan Wilkins, senior analyst, AHDB.<br />The largest variations in prices were seen in the Netherlands (+€19.50), Belgium (+€17.00), Spain (+€15.56) and Germany (+€12.00). </p>	1		Industry		2019-12-18 09:12:38	2025-08-02 00:41:16	Details Edit Delete
3478	VIDEO: "The Romanian gastronomy is still a traditional one"		<p>Romanians have a certain preference for pork and chicken meat keeping their gastronomy in the traditional zone specific for this area, believes David Contant, Master Teacher, Institut Culinaire Disciples Escoffier Romania. They also like to add beef in their menu from time to time, even if beef consumption in the country is still below the average in the EU. </p> <p>In a short interview for EuroMeat News, the French chef explains why there is a lot a room for improvement and innovation in the Romanian gastronomy, who has the advantage of fine quality food produced in the country.<br />At this time, chef Contant is teaching Romanian and foreign students the secrets of the culinary art in an Institute in Bucharest.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-18 12:58:44	2025-08-02 00:06:24	Details Edit Delete
3479	NZ to launch "Taste Pure Nature" products in China	2020 looks like another busy year for the industry, according to Beef+Lamb New Zealand's Chairman Andrew Morrison and CEO Sam McIvor.	<p>New Zealand's red meat industry is going to have another busy year after a challenging 2019, considers Beef+Lamb New Zealand's Chairman Andrew Morrison. In the last 12 month, the industry body manage to promote the Taste Pure Nature country of origin brand pilot in the US, as a response to the deluge of environmental policy proposals on climate change, freshwater, and now biodiversity and to take drastic measures within the sector to respond the M.bovis threat in the national herd.<br />However, increased demand for beef and sheepmeat from China has supported the industry and Beef+Lamb New Zealand wants to take advantage of this momentum to promote "Taste Pure Nature" label in this market. "Looking ahead to 2020, the pace isn’t going to slacken, starting with Brexit which looks likely to take place on 31 January. We’ll be launching Taste Pure Nature in China, rolling out work to counter the misconceptions about our farming practices and environmental footprint through 'Open Farm' programme," Chairman Andrew Morrison said in a press release.<br />In 2019, New Zealand has sent to China 46% and 53% of its beef and sheepmeat exports, respectively, and the prospects for 2020 are looking encouraging due to the animal protein deficit created in Asia by the multiple African swine fever outbreaks.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-19 05:28:43	2025-08-01 10:14:23	Details Edit Delete
3480	Zambia takes action to phase out meat imports	Farmers have urged the Government to protect the local industry in front of continuous importation of meat and meat products.	<p>Top officials from Zambian government have announced the initiation of a plan to phase out meat and meat products imports starting 2020. This week, Zambian Vice-President Inonge Wina said that government ministries have been instructed to develop a program aimed at phasing out the importation of meat and meat products, according to Xinhua.net news agency.<br />The measure is a response to farmers' criticism about the lack of protection for the local industry which feels threatened by massive imports of meat and meat products.<br />The Zambian vice-president said relevant government ministries have been tasked to work with the farmers and multi-national chain-stores to develop a phased import substitution program by end of January 2020 to protect the local industry.</p> <p>"The joint plan of action will be tabled in cabinet for consideration as a matter of urgency," she said in a statement released by her office. She said the action plan should work for the Zambian people without losing the global tenets of fair trade. She further advised local farmers to meet the demand of chain stores so that the chain stores are not compelled to import meat and meat products.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-19 06:44:18	2025-07-31 19:01:06	Details Edit Delete
3481	REAL MEAT Act introduced in the US Senate		<p>Deb Fischer, senator of Nebraska and a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, introduced the REAL MEAT Act to end deceptive labeling practices for alternative protein products. The bill would clarify the definition of beef for labeling purposes, eliminate consumer confusion resulting from misbranding, and ensure that the federal government can enforce the law.</p> <p>“Beef is derived from cattle—period. Under USDA, beef undergoes a rigorous inspection and labeling process, but plant-based protein products that mimic beef and are sometimes labeled as beef are overseen by the FDA instead. These products are not held to the same food safety and labeling standards as beef. Americans deserve to know what’s on their dinner plate. The Real MEAT Act will protect consumers from deceptive marketing practices and bring transparency to the grocery store,” said Senator Fischer.</p> <p>“It’s clear that fake-meat companies are continuing to mislead consumers about the nutritional merits and actual ingredient composition of their products. We commend the efforts of Senator Fischer on introducing this legislation, which would end deceptive labeling of fake meat products and allow cattle producers to compete on a level playing field,” said National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Jennifer Houston.<br />The NCBA found in a study that 55% of consumers did not understand that “plant-based beef” wasn’t beef at all, but instead an entirely vegan or vegetarian product. This bill would help to clear the confusion by codifying a definition of beef for labeling purposes and allowing the USDA to take action against misbranded products.</p> <p>The Real MEAT Act would codify the definitions of “beef” and “beef products.” It would further ensure that imitation meat products have the word “imitation” in the same size and prominence immediately before or after the name of the food and a statement indicating that the product does not contain meat. </p>	1		Retail		2019-12-19 09:15:22	2025-08-02 01:25:16	Details Edit Delete
3482	UK reports a sharp decline in sheepmeat imports	Import volumes have been under pressure so far this year as Australia and New Zealand have been shipping higher volumes to China.	<p>Sheepmeat imports in Great Britain have dropped by 20% between November 2018 and October 2019, according to the latest report from AHDB. The increased demand in China has tightened up the global market significantly and the effect was felt even in the British market, usually one of the main destinations for New Zealand sheepmeat.<br />"During October 2019, UK fresh and frozen sheep meat imports declined 14% year-on-year, to 3,200 tonnes, according to HMRC data. This continues the trend recorded throughout 2019. In the year to October, imports are down 20%, to 52,300 tonnes. Shipments from New Zealand and Australia are both down. Meanwhile, imports from Ireland have increased, although not by enough to offset the decline from down under. Average prices have been marginally higher, meaning the total value of these imports is back 19%, to £254.8 million," commented Rebecca Oborne, AHDB analyst.<br />Meanwhile, reported fresh and frozen exports increased 2% year-on-year, to 8,600 tonnes. Shipments to France and Germany declined, but this was somewhat offset by small rises to many smaller destinations. When looking at year to October data, however, the trends are different. Total exports have increased by 18% and all large destinations have recorded growth, including France and Germany. Some of the overall rise can be attributed to particularly low shipments during late spring/summer 2018. The rest of the increase is due to declining shipments from other markets (including Spain, Ireland and New Zealand) to France and Germany. The average price has been back, meaning the total value is up 9%, to £322.2 million.</p>	1		Market		2019-12-19 10:25:09	2025-08-01 19:19:09	Details Edit Delete
3483	Optimism comes back in the US meat market	Progress on trade negotiations creates new opportunities for investors, according to the latest Quarterly Rural Economic Review from CoBank's Knowledge Exchange division.	<p>Poultry, pork and beef sectors in the US are hoping for better times in 2020 after progress in trade negotiations with Mexico, Canada and China. "The fourth quarter is certainly ending with much more optimism on trade and the economy compared to how it began. Resolution on the USMCA deal, in particular, will deliver a collective sigh of relief for many businesses across North America," believes Dan Kowalski, vice president of CoBank's Knowledge Exchange division.<br />The year will start with a limited U.S.-China trade deal and ratification of USMCA. The preliminary "phase one" trade deal with China will likely add some level of certainty to businesses that are looking to invest. Specific details of the deal remain unclear, but the biggest winners from the limited agreement are expected to be the grain, animal protein and dairy sectors. The U.S. cattle and beef sector managed through what was a volatile third quarter primarily driven by a fire at the Tyson Foods plant in Holcomb, Kansas. Despite the large disruption in fed cattle capacity, other plants managed to make up for the lost capacity. The outlook for the cattle and beef sector is bright for 2020 with strong domestic and international demand coupled with minimal supply growth. "The current estimates range from 2% growth down to just over flat. We expect beef supply growth to be 1%, which is largely in line with 2019 growth and also well below the growth of pork and chicken in 2020. Beef demand domestically is quite strong with the premium of beef over pork and chicken looking to set a new record high in 2019. This demand will be helped by international demand led by China’s protein shortfall caused by the outbreak of ASF. With a more normal weather environment in 2020, the U.S. cattle and beef supply chain will likely have a solid year with decent margins throughout the supply chain", said the report.</p> <p>Pork production growth is expected to continue throughout the fourth quarter and most likely through 2020. With today's hog futures reflecting good margins for hog producers, the expectation is for continued growth next year. Production is forecast to increase between 4% and 4.5% for 2019 and between 3% and 4% for 2020.<br />"Unlike the first half of 2019, U.S. pork exports to China are finally starting to materialize in a major way with shipments in the third quarter reaching 122,000 tons versus just 24,000 tons in the same quarter last year. This helped to allow overall pork exports to increase by 17% in the quarter and the expectations are for even greater shipments in the fourth quarter. Despite this very strong level of export performance, producer profitability averaged just $15 per head in the third quarter and with only modestly positive margins expected for the fourth quarter. This rather disappointing level of profitability, in light of the robust exports, is largely due to the fact that pork production increased more than exports", according to CoBank analysis.<br />However, increased demand from China and other Asian countries and a reduction on tariffs may change the situation in 2020. "Exports will again be key to industry profitability in 2020 as has been the case this year. Exports to China and other Asian markets suffering from ASF will command most of the headlines but there are also export opportunities to Japan following the ratification of the U.S.-Japan trade agreement. This will bring the U.S. in line with the tariff levels of CPTPP countries and greatly improve U.S. pork export competitiveness with this key pork customer", according to the report.</p> <p>Poultry export outlook got a boost in November when China announced that it would end its five-year ban on U.S. chicken imports. This was a preliminary concession by China in the lead up to the phase one agreement. The renewed trade flow could bring a meaningful boost to prices at a time when new chicken capacity continues to come online and per capita protein consumption sets new highs.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-20 06:29:52	2025-08-02 00:05:58	Details Edit Delete
3484	Chinese banks offer pork for new depositors	To lure clients with 'the most wanted meat' in the market is the latest marketing move applied by several small banks in China.	<p>Make a deposit of 10,000 yuans ($1,400) or more in a Chinese bank and you will receive a nice piece of pig meat for free. That's the latest marketing strategy from small banks in China. Attracting new depositors with pork seems to work for Dushan Rural Commercial Bank, Linhai Rural Commercial Bank and several other banks in remote regions across the country, informs the <a href="https://www.scmp.com/economy/china-economy/article/3042638/chinas-pork-crisis-local-banks-offer-meat-new-customers">South Chima Morning Post</a> newspaper.<br />The reward for a new deposit range from 500 grams of pork to a few kilograms depending on the sum deposited and the length of the deposit. "The money is still my own, and the interest is good. I’m happy to receive a piece of pork in addition", one female client declared after opening a new account of 20,000 yuans.<br />Pork prices have doubled since the beginning of the ASF crisis in the country and the worst is not over yet for the consumers, according to experts. "It depends on what you mean on whether the worst is over because it’s already killed most of China’s pigs. There aren’t as many pigs to kill as there were before. We expect that there will be outbreaks in the wintertime because it’s very difficult to clean the trucks, particularly in the north of China, and the virus is preserved by cold weather. Plus, you have the fact that the infected pigs are continuing to go into the slaughterhouses, and everybody sends their trucks to the slaughterhouse. So the disease is being spread on the highways just as it was a year ago. There’s no reason to think that it’s over with", declared E. Wayne Johnson, a veterinarian consultant at Enable AgTech Consulting in Beijing.<br />China, the owner of the world's largest pig herd, has lost more than 50% of its swine inventory due to the ASF virus. The situation created a shortage of animal protein in the world's largest meat market with effects spreading all over the globe. Next year is expected to be the peak in the Chinese ASF crisis, with larger volumes of meat imports expected to arrive in the country.</p>	1		Market		2019-12-20 07:26:01	2025-08-01 20:01:38	Details Edit Delete
3485	Denmark is changing food control rules	From January, food control will be more targeted at companies that either cannot or will not comply with the rules.	<p>Starting 2020, Danish food control inspectors will focus more on companies that either cannot or will not comply with the rules. Food Minister Mogens Jensen states this immediately before a new control concept for food control comes into force. In the future, the Danish Food Safety Authority will focus its control to a greater extent on those companies that look great at food security or for other reasons find it difficult to comply with the rules. This must be done, among other things, by using smarter data and the inspectors' experience.</p> <p>"The checks will be rescheduled so that those who have shown that they are in control of the rules will receive fewer inspection visits. On the other hand, we are working more strongly towards those who are most in need of control," says Food Minister Mogens Jensen. <br />All food businesses will continue to receive inspection visits. How often this happens depends on what they have on the shelves and how good they are at following the rules. For example, a butcher shop that handles fresh meat that may pose a greater risk to consumers will receive more visits than a construction market that sells a bit of candy and soda. The Food Agency continues with its many targeted campaign checks, including allergens, food contact materials and labeling.<br />"As part of the settlement, we introduce start-up assistance to all new entrepreneurs so that they can get started properly. If it turns out that a company - new or old - does not live up to the rules and consumer confidence, they will pay for the two follow-up inspection visits. In this way, hopefully, we will make it clear to everyone that food safety must be taken seriously," added minister Jensen.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-20 08:07:12	2025-08-02 00:12:30	Details Edit Delete
3486		This is mainly due to a poor storage infrastructure in farms, according to FAO experts.	<p>UN's Food and Agriculture Organization warns about the amount of food wasted in the supply chain between farms and stores. The losses reach up to €363 billion, partly due to poor storage infrastructure in farms. <br />The biggest waste can be seen in South Asia, North America and Europe. In South Asia, 21 percent of the food produced is lost, while in the world it accounts for 14% of all food. New Zealand and Australia score the best with a loss of 5.8%</p> <p>The largest food losses are mainly due to poor storage infrastructure in farms, according to the FAO. In 2030, the United Nations wants to reduce food waste per person by half.</p>	1		Industry		2019-12-20 08:26:04	2025-08-01 17:17:54	Details Edit Delete
3487	EU animal protein consumption to decline by 17% over the next 10 years	The total decline is of 904 grams per capita, with a higher impact on dairy and meat products.	<p>Meat consumption on the EU market is expected to drop over the next decade, according to an EC outlook presented at the end of 2019. At the same time, plant-based protein consumption is expected to grow by 469 grams per capita, with a higher share for vegetables and nuts products (+319 grams).<br />The impact on meat products is expected to be of 192 grams per capita, while fish and eggs will drop with 103 grams from the current level. The rest of 609 grams comes from dairy (see the chart below).</p> <p><img src="/files/pictures/article/EC-report-of-changes-to-consumption-table-1.png?1577616139162" alt="EC-report-of-changes-to-consumption-table-1" height="100%" /></p> <p><br />"Currently around 42% of the protein consumed in the EU comes from plants, with the remaining 58% coming from animals (meat, fish, eggs and dairy). In the scenario modelled by the European Commission, diets gradually change over the next ten years to a 50/50 ratio. Consumers continue to consume the same number of calories, protein and fats. This would lead to a 17% drop in animal protein consumption," commented Rebecca Oborne, Analyst - Red Meat, AHDB.<br />As for the environmental impact of the changes foreseen by the European Commission, the EU’s carbon footprint would reduce by 6% (22 million t CO2 eq) in 2030 compared to the baseline. However non-EU countries would also record a decline in greenhouse gas emissions of 33 million tonnes CO2 eq. This is because the EU would be putting more meat and dairy on the global market, increasing its global market share.<br />The transformation of the market is going to have implications for the current animal production model as well. "In the scenario, it is assumed that meat and dairy demand outside of the EU remains at the baseline forecast. This means the production of meat and dairy would relocate from countries where GHG emissions per unit of production are higher, to the EU where they are lower. The EU has a more productive livestock system, which is less carbon-intensive than some other countries," added Mrs. Oborne.</p> <p> </p>	1		Industry		2019-12-29 08:42:50	2025-08-01 19:47:50	Details Edit Delete
3488	Japanese beef enters the Chinese market	A ban was lifted for some Japanese beef due to meat shortage in China.	<p>Deboned beef from Japanese cows under 30 months old is now accepted in the Chinese market after a two-decade-long restriction, announced the General Administration of Customs, quoted by Reuters.<br />The decision comes as China is facing a severe shortage of meat due to the African swine fever situation in the country. The disease has reduced the national swine inventory by almost 50% forcing the Chinese government to increase meat imports.<br />However, inspection and quarantine requirements for the Japanese beef remains to be decided separately, announced the customs and agriculture ministries. Since 2001, China has placed a ban on Japanese beef after a mad-cow disease outbreak. In a separate notice, authorities from Beijing announced that they will also allow some imports of Japanese pork product.</p>	1		Market		2019-12-29 09:58:53	2025-08-02 01:36:39	Details Edit Delete
3489	Colombian beef enters the Saudi market	The Middle East country imported almost 85,000 tonnes of beef last year.	<p>Four Colombian beef processing plants have received the phytosanitary certification for exports for Saudi Arabia. \|We have identified that the centers of consumption for imported meat are centered in Riyadh, the capital of the country; in Mecca where millions of Muslims arrive, and in Jeddah, one of the shopping destinations", declared Leandro Protzen, COO for one of the companies that are now allowed to export beef in the Saudi market. Last year, the Middle East kingdom has imported almost 85,000 of beef worth $414 million. The main suppliers in the market are Brazil, India and Australia.<br />Colombian diplomats indicate that they are currently working to certify Colombian beef exports into Kuwait, the European Union, Canada, Indonesia, the United States, China, Algeria & Singapore.</p>	1		Industry		2020-01-02 11:01:49	2025-08-02 00:29:55	Details Edit Delete
3490	Bird flu reported in Poland	Tens of thousand turkeys have died and more are to be culled.	<p>A case of avian influenza has been confirmed in Poland at three turkey farms, where 25,000 birds have been killed in the outbreak, according to Polish veterinary authorities. Another 40,000 turkeys are to be culled this week.<br />Poland is the largest poultry producer in the EU and it hasn't been strike by a bird flu outbreak since 2017. Andrzej Danielak, president of the Polish Association of Breeders and Poultry Producers, said three farms might be affected, with up to 350,000 birds at risk in a three-kilometre radius.</p> <p>"Veterinary services are implementing virus eradication procedures in this situation," local authorities in Lubartow county said in a press release issued on January 2, adding that the virus was a subtype of the highly pathogenic H5N8 bird flu that can also threaten people.</p>	1		Industry		2020-01-03 07:55:55	2025-08-01 11:04:51	Details Edit Delete
3491	Bright future for the Mexican pork industry	The production is projected to increase in the following years supporting exports to the United States and East Asia.	<p>The latest USDA projection for the Mexican pork industry shows that production is expected to increase constantly in the following years. Exports to purchasers in the United States (US) and East Asia have also forecast an increase. These signs point to a bright future for the Mexican pork industry. <br />" This is propelled by a steady market, strong domestic demand, stable feed prices, improved genetics, biosecurity measures, and positive expectations for exports due to recent recognition by the United States as Mexico being free of Classical Swine Fever.<br /> <br />Mexico’s swine industry has grown rapidly in recent years, consolidating, and expanding production. Larger commercial producers are adding everything from feed processing facilities to farrowing facilities all the way down the chain to meat processing facilities and cold storage. These larger commercial producers use production systems like those in the United States. They also have switched to breeds that improve meat quality and enhanced feed to improve specific characteristics in meat such as marbling and better tasting.</p> <p>The world food economy is being increasingly driven by the shift of diets and food consumption patterns towards livestock products. Some use the term «food revolution» to refer to these in the developing countries, where almost all world population increases take place, consumption of meat has been growing at 5-6 percent in the last few decades. Also, it benefits from the important crop-livestock synergies prevailing in mixed farming systems. Mexico’s domestic consumption of animal protein, and specifically pork, is rapidly surging as consumers look for a tastier and cheaper substitute to beef", commented Fernando Ortiz-Hermida, Ibero-America Business Development Manager for Genesus. In fact, the trend is already present in the Mexican market.<br />According to figures from the Agrifood and Fisheries Information Service (SIAP), during the first 11 months of 2019, the pig industry registered the highest growth among all livestock and poultry production. 6.5% higher compared with the production of the same period last year, reaching 1.44 million tons.</p> <p><br />In the specific case of November, 142,875 tons of pork were produced, which represented an increase of 7.6% over what was recorded in the same month of 2018. But it wasn’t only the record amount of pork produced. The market was also especially generous for producers across the country with good prices, about 80 cents/lb live weight average.</p>	1		Industry		2020-01-06 09:14:08	2025-08-01 21:54:45	Details Edit Delete
3492	Moving Mountains' plant-based meat enters UK retail		<p>From 30th December, British consumers can purchase the Moving Mountains Sausage Burger, Moving Mountains Sausage and Moving Mountains Hot Dog in Sainsbury’s stores across the UK. The Moving Mountains range of Sausage Burgers, Sausages and Hot Dogs is made from 100% raw plant protein, 0% animal and each one tastes and smells just like the real thing. By using simple and natural ingredients and scientific processes, the range replicates animal meat in taste and texture.</p> <p>Launching into retail is part of Moving Mountains’ mission to make truly inspiring flexitarian cuisine available to everyone nationwide, announced the company in a press release.<br />Research has revealed that 34% of meat-eaters in the UK reduced their meat consumption in 2018. "We have seen growing demand amongst consumers for delicious and high-quality plant-based products that can easily be enjoyed in daily life and we are delighted to introduce Moving Mountains’ innovative plant-based products in our stores across the UK", declared Rosie Bambaji, Plant-Based Buyer at Sainsbury’s.<br />The frozen products use less packaging than chilled food products, with zero plastic and also helps to reduce the UK’s estimated 10 million tonnes of food waste, with the extended frozen shelf life. “We have spent years perfecting our recipes with a team of scientists, farmers and chefs to ensure our products emulate meat in taste and texture and they are the closest replication to a pork burger, pork sausage and hot dog in the UK. Now is the right time to launch into supermarkets and bring Moving Mountains into consumers’ homes, whether they follow a plant-based, vegetarian or flexitarian diet", said Simeon Van der Molen, Founder of Moving Mountains. Until now, these products have only been available in top casual dining chains such as Hard Rock Café and Planet Hollywood</p>	1		Retail		2020-01-06 07:49:11	2025-08-02 01:16:58	Details Edit Delete
3493	Mongolia receives $30 million for Livestock Commercialization Project	The project will help improve the health and productivity of livestock and increase the value of meat products.	<p>World Bank approved a $30 million loan for the Mongolia Livestock Commercialization Project. The aim of the project is to improve the health and productivity of livestock and increase value of products such as meat and dairy by commercializing targeted value chains in selected locations, informs Akipress agency.<br />With more than 60 million livestock and wide pasturelands, the Mongolian agriculture and livestock sectors have huge potential to drive economic diversification and as a key source of broad-based employment.</p> <p>However, major challenges such as low productivity, animal health issues, and vulnerability to climate change and extreme weather events, limit the sector’s potential. About 56 percent of Mongolia’s herders own 200 head or fewer of livestock and are trapped in a low-input, low-output, low-productivity cycle. Animal disease, coupled with poor food hygiene and inadequate nutrition, limit the output and quality of meat and dairy products. As a result, Mongolian meat exports have stagnated at less than 10 percent of their potential despite the country’s proximity to the region’s largest markets for meat imports.</p> <p>“Livestock productivity holds the key to boosting the sector’s competitiveness. Improving animal health and livestock productivity by commercializing the value chain will enable greater economic diversification and contribute to broad-based employment and income growth in rural areas and at the same time improve food security and food safety,” said Andrei Mikhnev, World Bank Country Manager for Mongolia.</p> <p>The new project aims to improve the quality of and access to veterinary services nationally and help establish transboundary animal disease-free zones. The project will help improve performance of the Mongolian Veterinary Services Authority to effectively control animal diseases, promote responsible use of antimicrobials, provide veterinary public health services, and improve food safety in line with international standards.</p> <p>In addition, the project will improve livestock productivity and increase the volume of livestock products that meet market requirements by promoting partnerships between producers and processors.</p>	1		Industry		2020-01-06 07:29:43	2025-08-01 20:38:08	Details Edit Delete
3494	Indonesia sets meat imports target	The Ministry of Agriculture expects that 60,000 tonnes of buffalo meat, 129,000 tonnes of beef and 550,000 head of feeder cattle to be imported this year.	<p>Indonesia has set the target for meat and livestock imports for 2020 and it looks that is going to seek cheaper alternatives such as buffalo meat from India instead of beef delivered from more expensive markets such as Australia or New Zealand. Indonesia will likely need to import 60,000 tonnes of buffalo meat for retail consumers, 129,000 tonnes of beef and buffalo meat for the food industry, and 550,000 head of feeder cattle in 2020, according to official sources quoted by Reuters.<br />The import licenses ad sources are to be decided this week as the food security agency is looking for cheaper alternatives. Imports from Brazil, Argentina and Australia are being considered based on pricing, declared Agung Hendriadi, head of the food security agency.<br />Last year, an import quota of 100,000 tonnes of water buffalo meat was issued but it was used only on 80%. On the other hand, rising demand for meat in China has increased prices for beef in several major markets which may favor buffalo meat producers from India to get a larger market share in Indonesia.</p> <p> </p>	1		Market		2020-01-06 08:33:07	2025-08-01 19:28:46	Details Edit Delete
3495	Bulgaria reports ASF outbreak at an industrial pig farm	This is the first outbreak reported this year, with 24,000 animals culled.	<p>Bulgarian veterinary authorities announced another African swine fever (ASF) outbreak at an industrial farm located in the northeast of the country. 24,000 pigs are to be culled, according to authorities in Sofia.</p> <p>This is the first case confirmed this year and the largest since August when 6 other farms lost more than 130,000 pigs. By now, the national swine inventory in Bulgaria has declined by more than 30% creating problems in supply for producers.<br />ASF virus is present in 13 European countries and threatens to spread from Poland to Germany. Bulgaria is fighting against African Swine Fever since 2018 but last year the virus has been found in wild boars to household farms and industrial farms.</p>	1		Industry		2020-01-06 11:22:37	2025-08-01 06:58:06	Details Edit Delete

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