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| 7431 | Spanish pork shines at SIAL Shanghai 2024 | The Agri-Food Interprofessional of the White Pork (INTERPORC) has successfully closed its participation in the SIAL Shanghai 2024 fair. The quality of the visits received, together with the consolidation of the commercial relationships reaffirms Spain as a leader in that market and one of the great international powers in the sector. | <p><span lang="DE">A good endorsement of this strength has been the support obtained with the visit to the Interprofessional of the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food. Luis Planas toured the 810 m² of the INTERPORC pavilion, where he learned first-hand about the strategy and specific products for Chinese consumers of the 20 Spanish companies present.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Alberto Herranz, general director of INTERPORC, highlighted that “the presence of the minister and the interest he has shown in knowing the factors that have led our sector to lead one of the most coveted markets in the world once again underline his commitment, which he has shown us, with the Spanish pig sector and for which we are enormously grateful."</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Along with this important visit, the INTERPORC pavilion has been a center of commercial activity, hosting multiple meetings with local companies and Chinese authorities. These meetings have been key to strengthening commercial relations, strengthening ties with local distributors and highlighting to them the quality and potential of Spanish pork.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In addition, INTERPORC has organized various activities that captured the attention of attendees. Among other actions, chef Marcos Ramos has carried out culinary demonstrations with white pork, delighting visitors with innovative recipes; and master cutter Raquel Acosta has offered ham cutting exhibitions and tastings, which have attracted numerous visitors to the fair.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In 2023, Spain exported 560,488 tons of pork products to China for a value of 1,223 million euros. These figures represent 20.33% of the volume of Spanish pork exports and 13.7% of the value.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In total, Spain contributes 20.95% of China's total pork imports. Fresh meat is the most important item, with 294,885 tons worth 682.1 million euros. Results that confirm the power of the Spanish pork sector in the international arena.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-10 00:10:33 | 2025-08-04 12:23:52 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7432 | Re-opening of the Malaysian market for Uruguayan halal beef and sheep | The Minister of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries Fernando Mattos, accompanied by the president of INAC Conrado Ferber and the manager of Market Access of INAC Álvaro Pereira, made an official visit to Malaysia on June 4 and 6. Within this framework, he held working meetings with Deputy Prime Minister and Chairman of the Halal Council Dato' Seri Ahmad Zahid bin Hamidi, Minister of Plantations and Raw Materials Datuk Seri Johari bin Abdul Ghani, and Minister of Agriculture and Food Security, Datuk Seri Haji Mohammad bin Sabu. | <p><span lang="DE">As a result of this mission and the joint work with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the re-opening of the Malaysian market for Uruguayan halal beef and sheep was completed. In the coming days, the technical services will agree on the health and religious details necessary for the start of the commercial flow.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The reopening of the Malaysian market for Uruguayan halal meat is the result of the efforts deployed by MGAP, MRREE, INAC during the last year, which allowed the generation of the necessary trust for Uruguay to once again be included in one of the most demanding halal markets in the world. , after 15 years of absence.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Malaysia and Uruguay reaffirmed their commitment to work together to position Uruguayan meat in Southeast Asia, thus advancing in the realization of one of the objectives of INAC's strategic plan regarding market access.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In terms of cooperation, Uruguay and Malaysia will begin the negotiation of a memorandum of understanding to coordinate different aspects related to livestock production, through the export of genetic material, training on nutrition techniques, management and traceability systems.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-11 00:05:05 | 2025-08-06 04:49:29 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7433 | USMEF: April pork exports largest in nearly three years | April exports of U.S. pork reached the highest volume and value since May 2021, according to data released by USDA and compiled by USMEF. It was also a robust month for U.S. beef exports, which were the largest in 10 months and valued at just under $900 million. | <p>Fueled by a record performance in leading market Mexico, pork exports totaled 277,910 metric tons (mt) in April, up 14% from a year ago and the fifth largest on record. Export value climbed 18% to $778.8 million, the third highest on record. For January through April, exports increased 8% to 1.04 million mt, valued at $2.89 billion – up 10% from last year’s record pace. </p> <p>"While Mexico was definitely the pacesetter in a tremendous month for pork exports, it was only part of the story", said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. "Demand continued to build in South Korea, Central America, Colombia, Australia and the ASEAN, and we saw very encouraging growth in Japan. It was also great to see export value per head above the $70 mark for the second consecutive month".</p> <p>Pork exports to Mexico reached new heights in April, climbing 34% from a year ago to a record 107,594 mt, as Mexico’s buying surged following the Easter holiday. Export value soared 61% to $240.5 million – also a record. For January through April, exports to Mexico achieved double-digit growth over last year’s record pace, surging 11% in volume to 388,855 mt and 18% in value to $815.6 million.</p> <p>Mexico’s domestic pork prices are strong, and poultry and pork production have been impacted by productivity challenges, limiting availability of domestic product at a time of strong demand and economic growth.</p> <p>South Korea continued to show strong demand for U.S. pork in April, with exports reaching 26,286 mt – up 23% from a year ago and the fourth largest on record. Export value totaled $88.9 million, up 33% and the third largest on record. These results pushed January-April exports to Korea 44% above last year’s pace at 95,738 mt, with value soaring 51% to $316.5 million. As USMEF noted last month, Korea has surpassed Canada as the fourth largest export destination for U.S. pork, trailing only Mexico, China and Japan. U.S. share of Korea’s pork imports has increased from 29.5% last year to 37% in 2024. </p> <p>April pork exports to Japan were the largest in two years at 34,569 mt, up 3% from a year ago, while value increased 5% to $138.7 million. Through April, exports to Japan remained slightly below last year’s pace at 123,042 mt, with value steady at $496.4 million. While the persistently weak yen continues to weigh on Japan’s demand for imported meat, domestic pork prices jumped in May, up 11% from last year, and inventories of imported pork at the end of April were down almost 15% from a year ago. Japanese customers have also been looking to U.S. pork to offset limited availability from the European Union. </p> <p>Other January-April results for U.S. pork exports include: </p> <ul> <li>Led by outstanding results in Honduras, Guatemala, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, and El Salvador, April pork exports to Central America soared 50% from a year ago to 14,769 mt, the fifth highest on record, while export value jumped 55% to $44.2 million – fourth highest on record. Through April, exports to the region raced to a record pace at 52,450 mt, up 28% from a year ago, with value up 37% to $159.1 million. </li> <li>While down from the red-hot pace established in the first quarter, April pork exports to Colombia still climbed 23% from a year ago to 7,650 mt. Export value was $20.7 million, up 34% from a year ago but the lowest since August. Through April, shipments to Colombia were 44% above last year’s pace at 39,662 mt, with value up 57% to $108.7 million. </li> <li>With substantial growth in both Australia and New Zealand, April pork exports to Oceania totaled 8,950 mt, up 33% from a year ago, while value increased 36% to $31.1 million. Through April, exports to the region more than doubled from a year ago in both volume (37,221 mt, up 107%) and value ($132.9 million, up 103%). Exports to Oceania began regaining momentum in the second quarter of last year, so the market is likely to show smaller year-over-year gains going forward when compared to the strengthening totals posted from April through December 2023. </li> <li>Led by larger shipments to the Philippines, Malaysia and Vietnam, April exports to the ASEAN reached 7,669 mt, up 15% from a year ago, valued at $16.3 million (up 7%). For January through April, exports to the region increased 9% from a year ago to 22,480 mt, though value fell 5% to just under $50 million. Most U.S. pork enters the Philippines at a 25% duty, which is lower than the normal out-of-quota rate of 40%. This reduced rate is set to expire at the end of 2024, but Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. is currently weighing a proposal that would extend the rate reduction through 2028. </li> <li>Pork exports to China/Hong Kong trended substantially lower in the first four months of 2024, falling 15% from a year ago to 154,403 mt, while export value declined 23% to $363.7 million. The region is still the largest destination for U.S. pork variety meat, and shipments of these products have declined less rapidly. Through April, pork variety meat exports to China/Hong Kong were down 3% in volume (110,859 mt) and 13% in value ($262.1 million). </li> <li>April pork export value equated to $72.46 per head slaughtered, up 7% from a year ago and the third highest on record. The January-April average was $66.28, also up 7% from a year ago. Exports accounted for 33.3% of total April pork production and 28.8% for muscle cuts only. These ratios were the highest since May 2021 and increased from 32% and 27.7%, respectively, in April 2023. For January through April, exports accounted for 30.7% of total production and 26.5% for muscle cuts, up from 29.1% and 24.9%, respectively, in the first four months of 2023.</li> </ul> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-11 00:10:40 | 2025-08-06 01:25:46 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7434 | INTERPORC: The World Ham Congress is a succes for the entire sector | The XII World Ham Congress has concluded with a great result in terms of participation, organization and quality of the presentations developed. A message that the Spanish Interprofessional Agri-Food and Pig Association (INTERPORC) has highlighted because "the success of this Congress is due to the support of the entire sector and all the meat organizations that make it possible". | <p><span lang="DE">The more than 300 professionals present in Zafra (Badajoz) have learned the most current information on scientific advances, international markets or consumer trends thanks to an event consolidated as an essential event for the ham sector.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">INTERPORC has once again collaborated in an important way both in the organization and in the development of the Congress. Its general director, Alberto Herranz, has been responsible for directing the block dedicated to Markets, one of those that generated the most expectation due to the designated speakers and which really lived up to expectations due to the quality of the presentations.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Apolo Montero, founder of Ibericomio, has focused on one of the most current topics, Artificial Intelligence and its possibilities for the sale of ham.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Next, Beatriz Cecilia, project director at Hospitality in Spain, explained how restaurants innovate to promote the consumption of ham.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the same direction, Aurelio del Pino, President of the Association of Spanish Supermarket Chains (ACES), has highlighted the contribution of restaurants in generating an 'experience' around ham for foreign tourists.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The block has been closed by businessman Enrique Tomás, CEO and founder of the Group that bears his name. Tomás has provided those present with multiple advice based on the experience acquired in the more than 100 points of sale that he has around the world, and he has also conveyed to them the experiences he has had and that have taught him 'what there is not to do'.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">On the other hand, Daniel de Miguel, International Director of INTERPORC, participated in a round table in which he detailed to the attendees the actions carried out by INTERPORC around the world with the aim of opening markets for ham or increasing the volume exported.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">For INTERPORC, the World Ham Congress is one of the "most important events that the sector has and that is why we decisively support it, both during its celebration and in the preparation phase", highlighted Alberto Herranz.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Ham is a standard of our sector and of our culinary culture", he added. "It is a gastronomic heritage whose legacy we must defend and transmit to the entire world. Fortunately, we have this Congress, which confirms in each edition that we have magnificent professionals who every day contribute to improving its production, its marketing and the knowledge that consumers around the world have of it", he concluded.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-11 00:15:28 | 2025-08-05 03:02:46 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7435 | Greater Irish beef supplies on the market, but data points to future reductions | Irish finished cattle prices have been relatively robust through the first few months of 2024, according to an AHDB analysis. | <p><span lang="DE">So far this year, Irish prime cattle prices have trodden a similar path to 2023, albeit consistently being a few cents back on the year. Irish cattle slaughter has been higher than a year ago during the first 20 weeks of 2024, but firm export demand in the UK and EU has offered price support.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the week beginning 20 May, the average R3 steer price stood at €5.13/kg (£4.38/kg), down nearly 9 cents on the year. However, weekly prices have generally firmed since January.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Meanwhile, GB prices have shown a little more softness with increased supply but remain firm on the European stage. The average GB R3 steer price stood at £4.88p/kg (€5.68/kg) in the equivalent week, down nearly 8p since the first week of 2024.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">These movements have brought Irish and GB prices closer together . The average R3 Irish steer price was 50p below the equivalent GB measure in the week beginning 20 May. At the start of the year the difference was closer to 60p, and in October 2023 closer to 90p. However, 50p is still on the wider end of historic ranges.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The price differential has likely been one driving factor behind recent Irish beef import levels into the UK. Large annual rises were recorded in January and February, at a point when Irish pricing was particularly competitive. The price gap continued to narrow, and March imports were largely flat year-on-year. Nevertheless, the Q1 (Jan-Mar) Irish import total was up 25% versus 2023 (fresh & frozen). Trade data lags by a couple of months, but more recent industry commentary has suggested that Irish import levels have and will persist, especially if pricing remains competitive and demand robust.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Irish beef exports into Europe during the first quarter were up 2% year-on-year, driven by increased shipments to the Netherlands and Sweden in particular. Shipments to non-EU countries have grown too, particularly Hong Kong and the Philippines.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Overall, the EU is facing a tighter supply situation due to structural herd adjustment, and imports are forecast to grow in 2024 for the bloc overall. Indeed, cow slaughter is down so far in 2024 in France and Germany (the EU’s two largest cow beef producers), following the trend of recent years.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">A key factor in the Irish market in 2024 has been greater cattle supply. According to Bord Bia, 494,500 prime cattle have been slaughtered in the first 20 weeks of the year, a 3% (11,500 head) increase against the same period in 2023. Meanwhile, cow slaughter has seen notable uplift (+10%; +18,800 head) to 167,800 head.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The latest cattle population data from 1 April points to cattle supply stabilising year-on-year in the short-term. Indeed, Irish beef kill has fallen closer to last year’s levels in recent weeks. Bord Bia forecast that Irish cattle slaughter could fall by 30-40,000 head (-2%) in 2024 for the year as a whole, suggesting that supply reductions will come into play during the remainder of the year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Looking ahead, population data shows a 2% (-31,200 head) reduction in the number of animals available for beef production under 12 months of age (all cattle excl. dairy heifers). The reduction was particularly driven by animals aged 6-12 months. A combination of strong live exports and lower calf registrations in 2023 have reduced the number of youngstock entering the supply chain, driven by dairy bulls. Increased use of beef genetics in dairy inseminations have contributed to fewer dairy youngstock. During the first four months of 2024, Irish registrations of calves for beef production (all cattle excl. dairy heifers) have fallen by a further 51,700 head (-3.5%), driven by dairy males.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Strong levels of cow slaughter are also feeding into current breeding herd inventories. Population data shows around 5% (-45,500 head) fewer suckler cows in Ireland at 1 April. Meanwhile, the number of dairy cows was down by 1% (15,600 head), suggesting that the growth seen in the herd over recent years has slowed. The number of dairy heifers in Ireland has also fallen sharply.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The above data indicates lower availability of finished Irish cattle may begin to influence the market towards the end of 2024 and into . This outlook could persist out to 2026, depending on this year’s calf registrations and trends in breeding cow numbers. Combined with the tighter EU and UK supply outlooks, by itself this would suggest favourable undertones for European cattle prices in the round looking forward. Consumer demand is the other side of the equation of course, with inflationary pressures still present in the market. From a European perspective at least, cattle supply reductions in 2024 are expected to outweigh demand side challenges.</span></p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-12 00:05:11 | 2025-08-06 05:02:37 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7436 | Argentine exports beef to Hungary for the first time | The Argentine Foreign Ministry announced an important milestone in trade relations between Argentine and Hungary: the first direct export of chilled Argentine beef that has successfully entered the Hungarian market, after the opening of that market. | <p><span lang="DE">The event was possible thanks to the result of the joint work between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, International Trade and Worship, the Secretariat of Bioeconomy of the Nation and the National Service for Agri-Food Health and Quality (SENASA).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The initiative was the result of a collaboration between the Hungarian company Winehub and the Argentine meat exporter MUGE, who had the assistance provided by the Argentine Embassy in Hungary and the teamwork carried out with the Hungarian authorities in support of the private sector to ensure the success of the new business relationship.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The first shipment to the Central European country includes select cuts such as loin, wide steak, narrow steak, tail of rump, tapa of rump (picanha) and heart of rump. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">As a result of the opening of this market, the company MUGE Hungary was born, a new commercial company dedicated to bringing Argentine meat to this region.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Hungary is a key market in the region of Central and Eastern Europe, which generates great expectations due to its location in the heart of Europe, which allows to enter other countries in this region with competitive costs, strengthening Argentine's presence in the demanding European markets".</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-12 00:10:02 | 2025-08-06 01:20:10 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7437 | Vihren Dimitrov, Golyamo Vranovo: We are developing a new pork hybrid called Black Angel | Golyamo Vranovo, the first pig farm in Bulgaria is aiming in deleping a new pork hybrid called Black Angel which will be, according to Mr. Vihren Dimitrov director of the company, the best quality pork meat in Eastern Europe, better than Iberico or Mangalica. | <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: After 50 years of existence, where does Golyamo Vranovo position itself in the European food industry?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">We have started in 1972 being the first pig farm in Bulgaria and one of the first in Eastern Europe to introduce the “<strong>Camborough system of industrial pig breeding”</strong>. Since day one, our aim was to produce the best pigs in our country.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">My mother – Dr. Milenka Dimitrova was the first veterinary doctor in the farm in 1972. Now she is the CEO of the company that was privatized from the government in 1998 by a team of shareholders, consisting of employees and managers working in the state farm.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Today out credo is the same: <strong>Best Meat – Best Pork – Best Products</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Your company has an integrated system of production. Does it cover the supply for your facilities or are you sourcing commodities from other partners as well? Can you give us some details regarding the production capacities of crop units, farms, slaughterhouses and processing units?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Our company comprises a number of business activities. We cultivate about <strong>4200 hectares</strong> of land, growing wheat, barley, maize and sunflower.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Our pig farm produces about <strong>15 000 – 16 000 tons</strong> of feed for the needs of our pig farm – full integrated – <strong>2000 sows</strong>. Each sow weans about 12,5 – 13 piglets on the 28<sup>th</sup> day. We produce about <strong>50 000 slaughter pigs</strong> per year, average weight 110 – 115kg. Our slaughterhouse processes around 100 – 120 pigs per day. We further process the carcasses into primal and final cuts. We produce different kinds of products in our meat processing plant. Last year our <strong>annual turnover was about 12 million euros</strong>.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: How did you select the best pig breed for your farms?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">We bought our genetics from <strong>Genesus</strong> and completely repopulated our farm 3 and half years ago. Our mothers’ line is the most popular hybrid <strong>F1</strong> and our fathers’ line is either <strong>Duroc</strong> or <strong>Pietrain</strong>.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>What are the current output for Golyamo Vranovo`s production and what type of products do you deliver in the market? What are your best selling products right now?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Our sales in 2023 were a little over <strong>12 million euros</strong>. We sold live pigs and processed and sold over <strong>18 000 pigs</strong> through our slaughterhouse and meat processing plant.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Our best selling products now are final cuts and mincemeat products.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>What are the novelties that helped your company to regain its position in the market and where do you stand from the perspective of the sales channels? Have you implemented modern technologies to increase your sales?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">More than 6 months ago, we started developing our own hybrid called “Black Angel” based on East Balkan Swine <strong>(EBS)</strong> and commercial breeds of hybrids – <strong>F1</strong> and <strong>Duroc</strong>.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">EBS exists since 2000 years ago. It is renowned for its best quality pork meat in this part of the world. Our goal is to produce pork and pork products better than Iberico and Mangalitza. We participated at the biggest BBQ festival in Europe,<strong> GRILLFEST (10 – 12.05.2024</strong>) with BBQ products based on our “Black Angel” hybrid.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Two and half years ago, we started direct sales to Bulgarian municipalities in remote areas, selling carcasses and primal cuts to individuals. We simply wrote e-mails and posted letters to local municipalities. They wrote a list with potential individual customers and we did the deliveries to every village in Bulgaria. We were sceptical in the beginning (so were the Bulgarian municipalities). Out of the 264 existing municipalities in Bulgaria, <strong>more than 20% </strong>became our partners and we supplied and continue to supply more than 150 little towns and villages in our country.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Please tell us more about your retail network and if you collaborate with the big chain stores.</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">We do not collaborate with the big chain stores. We do our sales either through <strong>our company shops (12 at the moment)</strong>, to small, independent local shops and chains that pay straight away and try to encourage franchise partnerships with us. We also have mobile shops and do sales on local markets.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>To what extent the ASF situation in Europe has disrupted trade with partners from other countries? What are your main export destinations?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">ASF is much more than a pig disease. <strong>It is an economic and political disease.</strong> In the summer of 2019, our farm was struck by the virus and produced 2 positive and 1600 negative tests. We had to eradicate 38 000 pigs. Neither the authorities in Brussels, nor those in Sofia showed any brains. The EC directive for ASF is useless. On the whole, we farmers and food producers suffer from the bureaucrats in Brussels. The EC policies for farmers and all other players in the food chain are completely wrong. We badly need political representation in the EU institutions to change <strong>in the long term</strong> the philosophy of producing and distributing the foods in the member countries. At the moment, our main export destination is our closest neighbour – Romania. We sell live pigs and we are looking to start selling pork and products based on our new hybrid “Black Angel”.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>What are the investments that you completed in the last couple of years and what do you plan for 2024?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In 2022 and 2023 we have invested <strong>in several directions</strong> – in our pig feeding plant, we have opened and renewed several company shops, depot for wholesale and processing plant in Plovdiv (second largest city in Bulgaria), purchased mobile shops and refrigerator vehicles, acquired new genetics from AXIOM.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In 2024, we plan to renovate and build new stables in our pig farm for 3000 piglets and fatteners. We will also continue with the project “Black Angel” in Bulgaria and abroad.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Your partnership with TrailBlazer barbecues seems an interesting project. Tell us more about it.</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In March 2018, our company sponsored the participation of the Bulgarian butcher team in World Butchers Challenge in Belfast. I was lucky to meet Mr. Lester Manley – the owner of Trailblazer BBQ. We <strong>purchased several BBQs</strong> – different sizes and since then we have participated in many grill and BBQ events in Bulgaria – all over the country.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Companies all over Europe are complaining about the lack of skilled personnel. To what extent is this becoming a problem for the Bulgarian food industry and for your company in particular?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Since the collapse of socialism in Bulgaria in 1989, the population of Bulgaria has dropped from almost 9 million people to just a little more than 6 million people.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">We are the oldest country in Europe with more than 1300 years of history (since 681) but in the last 35 years, we are experiencing our biggest demographic crisis. Sometimes <strong>we cannot find any personnel</strong>, not talking about skilled labour force. To my mind, this is the biggest problem not only in the food industry in Bulgaria but in all industries in our country. If we do not adopt and follow a long-term demographic strategy in Bulgaria, we are doomed.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Tell us more information about the evolution of the Bulgarian meat production and consumption in 2023.</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The only <strong>two sectors that are doing relatively well</strong> in the meat industry in our country are <strong>pork and chicken</strong>. They provide up to 30 – 40% of the consumption in Bulgaria. Beef and lamb provide only 10 – 15% of the local consumption. Just 35 years ago, Bulgaria was satisfying its domestic market and exporting to many other countries – ex. Soviet Union, the Middle East, and others.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">I believe that Bulgaria and Romania have the potential not only to satisfy its domestic market but also to feed the whole EU.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>What consumption trends have you noticed so far and how are they shaping the meat industry?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Consumers in smaller towns and villages prefer locally bread and processed meat products. <strong>Direct sales to end customers</strong>, either shops or individuals are improving. The importance of local country markets and fairs is growing.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>How important are trends such as online shopping, convenience, ready to cook, ready to eat for the Bulgarian meat industry and what do you foresee for these channels?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Online shopping</strong> for fresh meat and products in Bulgaria, to my mind is not practical. I am in favour of direct sales from producers to end customers either online or offline but <strong>bypassing internet platforms</strong>.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The distribution channels in the food chain in Europe have to be changed. There should be public control on the pricing of the meat production – no subsidies but <strong>fair trade</strong> between country members.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>EMN: </strong><strong>Some analyst are predicting a consumer`s switch from pork to poultry in the following years. How do you respond to these challenges?</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The biggest threat to pork consumption are <strong>seafood products</strong>, not poultry. In Bulgaria and Romania, <strong>we have the chance to produce tastier and healthier pork</strong> than the rest of Europe – Belgium, Netherlands, Denmark, Germany etc. We have enough land and better genetics.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-12 00:15:40 | 2025-08-06 00:35:52 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7438 | INAC: US surpassed China as the main importer of meat from Uruguay in May | The United States purchased beef in Uruguay for US$47.87 million in May, 18.8% more than the amount imported by China: US$40.28 million. It is the first time since June 2020 that China has been surpassed as the main customer of Uruguayan meat. | <p><span lang="DE">Even last month it was close to losing second place to the European Union, which recorded imports of US$39.96 million in the month, less than 1% below the amount of the Asian giant.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">At 12,633 tons, according to INAC data, beef exports to China last month were the lowest since February 2020, at the beginning of the Covid 19 pandemic that was beginning to alter the flow of global trade. In the interannual comparison they were 43.5% tons less than in May 2023.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In both February and June 2020, the United States exceeded imports from China, two isolated months in a situation of uncertainty due to the pandemic, very different from what is observed today. China has relegated Uruguay as a supplier and the downward price trend has not stopped since mid-2022.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">At the same time, the US increased demand due to its production difficulties, an opportunity to capture better prices for the local industry.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the first five months of 2024, Uruguay exported 83,880 tons of beef to China, 27% less than a year ago and almost half than in 2022.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the same period, shipments to the US grew by 66%, reaching 58,507 tons and fulfilling almost 60% of the quota with tariff advantages in that country.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The average price of meat exported to China was US$3,189 per ton, the lowest since December 2020. For its part, the US paid an average of US$4,122 per ton, the highest value in 2024.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">A year ago the price gap between China and the United States was US$350 in favor of the US and in the last month it was almost US$950.</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-13 00:05:01 | 2025-08-06 00:48:50 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7439 | USMEF: Western Hemisphere and Middle Eastern markets drive April beef exports | April beef exports totaled 111,580 mt, up slightly from a year ago and the largest since June 2023. Export value increased 5% to $898.7 million, also the highest since June. Through the first four months of 2024, beef export value was also up 5% year-over-year to $3.38 billion, despite a 3% decline in volume (423,445 mt). | <p>"Mexico also continued to shine on the beef side, along with the Caribbean, Central America and the Middle East", said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. "These markets are benefiting from foodservice demand and currency advantages compared to the main Asian markets. The headwinds in Asia remain formidable, but the tourism boom in Japan has helped solidify demand and exports have stabilized this year, despite the continued weakness in the yen and strong competition from Australia. Robust retail and e-commerce demand has helped U.S. chilled beef continue to dominate in Korea and Taiwan".</p> <p>Through April, U.S. beef accounted for 69% of Korea’s chilled imports and 72% for Taiwan.</p> <p>Bolstered by strong foodservice and retail demand, April beef exports to Mexico climbed 46% from a year ago to 21,031 mt. Export value increased 48% to $120.8 million – the highest since December 2020 and the seventh highest on record. Coming off a strong rebound in 2023, January-April exports to Mexico increased 19% to 77,530 mt, while value jumped 24% to $454.3 million. This included an outstanding performance for beef variety meat exports, which increased 23% from a year ago in volume (40,490 mt) and 16% in value ($108.7 million).</p> <p>With a severe drought situation and surging imports of corn, Mexico is exporting more feeder cattle to the United States, exporting less beef to the United States and importing more U.S. beef.</p> <p>Beef exports to the Caribbean continued to shine in April, reaching 2,891 mt – up 47% from a year ago and the fourth largest on record. Export value increased 17% to just under $23 million. January-April exports to the region totaled 11,928 mt, up 24% from a year ago, valued at $99.3 million (up 15%). Beef variety meat exports increased 25% through April to 2,066 mt, valued at $4.8 million (up 22%), led by outstanding growth in Trinidad and Tobago and a continued rebound in shipments to Jamaica, the region’s top destination for beef variety meats. </p> <p>April beef exports to Japan increased 6% from a year ago in volume (21,028 mt) and 11% in value ($162.9 million). For January through April, shipments to Japan were still down 6% from a year ago at 83,720 mt, but value achieved a 2% increase at $632.7 million. Japan remains the leading value destination for beef variety meat exports, mainly purchasing tongues and skirts. These exports increased 2% through April to 15,042 mt, while value climbed 19% to $162.3 million. Inventories of imported beef at the end of April were down 16% from a year ago and Japan’s purchases of U.S. beef are expected to remain relatively steady, as has been the case through the first four months of the year. The weak yen is a significant challenge, especially when combined with Japan’s high import duties, but there is still demand for grain-fed U.S. beef at retail and foodservice. </p> <p>Other January-April results for U.S. beef exports include: </p> <ul> <li>April exports of beef variety meat jumped 14% from a year ago to 25,242 mt, while value increased 9% to $97.6 million. Through April, variety meat exports increased 4% to 94,661 mt, valued at $367.7 million (up 5%). In addition to the gains achieved in Mexico, the Caribbean and Japan, exports also rebounded from last year’s low levels to Egypt and increased to Peru, Gabon, Chile, Honduras and Morocco. </li> <li>Sharply higher beef muscle cut exports to the United Arab Emirates, Kuwait and Qatar, along with larger variety meat shipments to Egypt, fueled a strong April for U.S. beef in the Middle East. April exports increased 26% to 4,882 mt, valued at $25 million (up 32%). Despite ongoing logistical and economic challenges in the region, January-April exports climbed 37% from a year ago to 19,444 mt, valued at $86.4 million (up 38%), driven by strong foodservice demand and an increase in tourism in areas away from the Red Sea, as well as emerging retail demand. </li> <li>Led by growth in Panama and Honduras, April beef exports to Central America increased 20% from a year ago to 1,784 mt, while value was up 3% to $11.9 million. January-April exports to the region increased 8% in volume (7,492 mt) and 12% in value ($54.4 million) as export volume continued to increase to top market Guatemala and trended higher to Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama. </li> <li>April beef exports to Canada totaled 8,247 mt, up just 1% from a year ago, but value climbed 18% to $77.3 million. January-April exports followed a similar trend, increasing 17% in value to $271.6 million despite a slight decline in volume (30,327 mt, down 1%). </li> <li>Beef exports to leading value market Korea trended lower in April, down 20% to 19,929 mt, while export value fell 8% to $186.1 million. Through the first four months of the year, shipments to Korea declined 11% in volume to 78,897 mt, but still climbed 5% in value to $740.1 million. As noted above, the U.S. remains Korea’s dominant supplier of chilled beef, capturing 69% of the imported chilled market. </li> <li>April beef exports to Taiwan fell 4% from a year ago to 5,402 mt, but volume was the highest since August. April export value achieved a slight increase at $58.8 million. January-April exports to Taiwan fell 14% to 17,514 mt and were down 4% in value to $191.5 million. As also noted above, the U.S. continues to dominate Taiwan’s imports of high-quality chilled beef with 72% market share. </li> <li>While beef exports to China/Hong Kong were down 12% from a year ago at 18,665 mt and value fell 9% to $170 million, exports to China (16,526 mt) were the largest since May 2023. Through April, exports to the China/Hong Kong declined 9% in volume (69,787 mt) and 4% in value ($639.8 million). Chinese demand for U.S. beef continues on a separate track from that of the massive volumes of grass-fed beef from South America. Although export prices for Brazilian beef have recently fallen by one-third and volumes have soared, China is buying more consistent volumes of U.S. beef, with vast premiums compared to prices paid for competitors’ products. </li> <li>April beef export value equated to $416.87 per head of fed slaughter, down 6% from a year ago, but the January-April average was still up 5% to $410.25. Exports accounted for 14.1% of total April beef production and 11.7% for muscle cuts – down from the high ratios reported a year ago (15.7% and 13.5%, respectively). For January through April, exports accounted for 13.9% of total production and 11.6% of muscle cuts, each down about one-half percentage point from a year ago. </li> </ul> <p><strong>April lamb exports above last year, but lowest of 2024</strong></p> <p>April exports of U.S. lamb totaled 224 mt, up 33% from a year ago but the lowest since December. Export value was up 21% to $1.25 million. January-April exports increased 1% from a year ago to 1,043 mt, while value climbed an impressive 19% to $5.9 million. Growth was driven primarily by the Caribbean and Mexico, but shipments also increased year-over-year to Canada, the Philippines and Taiwan. </p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-13 00:10:15 | 2025-08-06 04:55:25 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7440 | INTERPORC celebrates the succes of Meat & Fire in Barcelona | The Interprofessional INTERPORC, has participated in Meat & Fire , an event that has brought together more than 25,000 people in Barcelona for three days (June 7 to 9) to taste 20,000 kilos of meat prepared on the grill by more than 30 world-renowned chefs and grillers. | <p><span lang="DE">Among them, representing INTERPORC were the well-known butcher Juan Micó and the talented griller Cristina Pérez. Both were the protagonists of an impressive <em>cooking show</em> in which attendees could enjoy live demonstrations of innovative techniques and tasting dishes prepared with the highest quality products from the Spanish white pork sector .</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">INTERPORC has chosen this event as part of its commitment to promoting quality meat and sustainability, since it is perfect in that sense by directly providing 25,000 people with the possibility of enjoying the best grilled gastronomy in the world.</span></p> <p><em><span lang="DE">Meat & Fire</span></em><span lang="DE"> allows you to explore new culinary techniques and taste pieces prepared by the best experts in the sector. Furthermore, when complemented with other activities, such as training in gastronomic techniques, music and live shows, it provides an exceptional experience for fans of good food and gastronomy that turns Barcelona into the world epicenter of grilling.</span></p> | 1 | Events | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-13 00:15:07 | 2025-08-05 23:01:55 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7441 | Beef + Lamb New Zealand report shows on-farm inflation at 2.8 percent | Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) has released its latest Sheep and Beef On-farm Inflation report, showing a 2.8 percent inflation rate for 2023–24, Sheep and BeefOn-farm Inflation 2023-24 | <p><span lang="DE">While this marks a significant decrease from the previous year's 16.3 percent inflation rate, the report highlights that farm input prices remain high, continuing to put significant pressure on farm profitability. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"While it is positive that inflation is trending downwards, the reality is that times are tough, the cumulative impact of high input prices over recent years is significant" says Kate Acland, Board Chair of B+LNZ.” </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">For the past three years, sheep and beef farmers have grappled with high inflation, and input prices have risen by 32 percent between 2021-22 to 2023-24. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Although the rate of inflation has slowed, input prices have continued to increase, just at a more modest rate. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Farmers continue to face substantial cost increases, particularly in key areas such as interest, insurance, and animal health. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Interest rates remain one of the main drivers behind on-farm inflation, with a 12 percent increase in interest costs contributing half of the overall 2.8 percent inflation rate in the last year, as borrowing is a significant item for farming businesses. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">High interest costs have been especially difficult for farmers, impacting their cash flow and profitability. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Insurance costs rose by 8.7 percent, while animal health expenses increased 8.0 percent, further straining farm budgets. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">One area where farmers found some relief was in the cost of fertiliser, lime, and seeds, which decreased by 4.2 percent. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">These persistent price increases have had a massive negative effect on farm profitability and financial stability for New Zealand farmers. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Farmers are currently under enormous pressure financially, but we recognise the impacts are being felt widely, the knock-on effect this has on rural communities and regional towns is huge". </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">B+LNZ is forecasting that sheep and beef incomes will be 54 percent lower this year and most farmers will not make a profit this year. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">A key driver of this fall in profitability is increased costs, coupled with softer prices for sheepmeat. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">On-farm inflation was lower than consumer price inflation, which was 4.0 percent between March 2023 and March 2024. However, the ongoing high costs of essential farm inputs highlights the challenges faced by sheep and beef farmers. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">B+LNZ’s report shows the importance of understanding that while the rate of price increases has slowed, significant inflation over recent years and high cost levels continue to pose financial challenges for farmers. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The report provides a detailed analysis of the changes in farm input prices and their impact on farm expenditure, offering valuable insights for farmers navigating these economic pressures. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Farmers are still feeling the squeeze from high interest rates and other essential expenses. Our focus remains on supporting farmers through these tough economic conditions and advocating for measures that can help alleviate some of these financial pressures", adds Acland. </span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-14 00:05:31 | 2025-08-06 00:54:04 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7442 | Brazil: Chicken meat exports grow 4.2 percent in May | Brazilian exports of chicken meat (considering all products, including fresh and processed) totaled 451 thousand tons in May, reports the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). The number exceeds the total shipped in the same period last year by 4.2%, with 433.3 thousand tons. | <p><span lang="DE">In the same period, sales of chicken meat generated revenue of US$818.7 million, a balance 5.6% lower than the total recorded in the same period last year, with US$867.4 million.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Considering the period between January and May, chicken meat shipments reached 2,152 million tons, a number 1.4% lower than that recorded in the same period in 2023, with 2,183 million tons. Revenue generated by exports in the first five months of the year totaled US$3,842 billion, a balance 10.2% lower than the total shipped in the same period of 2023, with US$4,281 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Still analyzing May shipments, Paraná remained the main exporter, with 198.9 thousand tons, a number 11.2% higher than that recorded in the same period last year. Next are Santa Catarina, with 89.6 thousand tons (+2.2%) and Rio Grande do Sul which, given the logistical impacts caused by the May floods, recorded a drop of 11.4% in shipments for the month, with a total of 56.4 thousand tons . São Paulo, with 25.4 thousand tons (+4.9%) and Goiás, with 22.9 thousand tons (+15.4%) complete the ranking of the five largest exporting states.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"May's result was the second highest of the year and the fifth in the monthly history of chicken meat exports. It is an important indication of the pace of exports for the year, which should maintain levels above 430 thousand tons per month. Unfortunately, the sad adversities that occurred in Rio Grande do Sul also left their mark on the state's export flow", analyzes the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the ranking of main destinations, China leads with 49.8 thousand tons imported in May, a volume 23.6% lower than the total recorded in the same period last year. Next are the United Arab Emirates, with 39.6 thousand tons (+22.2%), Saudi Arabia, with 37.5 thousand tons (+31.2%), Japan, with 32.2 thousand tons (-15. 4%), South Africa, with 32.1 thousand tons (+12.6%), Iraq, with 24 thousand tons (+35.5%) and Mexico, with 20.5 thousand tons (+96.3%).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Brazil has reinforced its position as the largest global supplier of halal chicken meat, with strong increases in sales to the Middle East and North African nations, such as Libya and the recently opened Algeria. Other countries on the African continent should also be highlighted, with the return of Brazilian presence in markets with growth potential in the coming months", analyzes ABPA's markets director, Luís Rua.</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-14 00:10:32 | 2025-08-06 05:19:05 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7443 | AHDB: Q1 2024 Pork cost of production | The latest AHDB quarterly cost of production and margin estimations have been published for Q1 2024. | <p><span lang="DE">These estimates use performance figures for breeding and finishing herds. They indicate that the full economic cost of production for Q1 2024 is estimated at 194p/kg deadweight, with margins per slaughter pig estimated at £16 per head. The estimated cost of production has stayed relatively consistent with 2023 Q3 and Q4 where the estimated cost of production stood at 195p/kg.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Feed costs have also remained consistent with Q4 2023 and make up an estimated 62% of total costs in Q1 of 2024. Feed costs are down considerably compared to Q1 2023, where feed costs made up 65% of total costs. However, looking at a monthly breakdown of costs it is evident that feed costs have started to come down towards the end of Q1 2024. It is worth considering that grain prices have been rising in Q2 which could impact feed prices and cost of production going forward.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Energy and fuel costs have risen slightly this quarter compared to 2023 Q4 which has contributed to the slight increase in other variable costs (excluding feed). </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Pig prices have fallen compared to the second half of 2023 which contributes to the fall in net margins. Prices have fallen by 5p to 212p/kg (APP) in Q1 of 2024.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-14 00:15:31 | 2025-08-05 20:18:30 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7444 | USMEF: Workshops demonstrate pork loin merchandising ideas to distributors in Guatemala | A global strategic initiative to grow export demand for U.S. pork loin has contributed to the development of new marketing initiatives in key export markets. This includes Guatemala, where USMEF has been conducting training sessions for distributors. Called “Porkshops,” USMEF works directly with the staff of importers and distributors on merchandising ideas for their customers in retail and foodservice. | <p>In these small-scale workshops, distributors learn how a variety of merchandisable cuts can be procured from the U.S. pork loin, including ribeye, New York, T-bone, porterhouse, Cowboy, sirloin and chops. Cutting demonstrations are followed by cooking sessions with attendees in which they experience the versatility and taste of U.S. pork in popular local dishes.</p> <p>"Forty staff of two distributor partners recently attended two Porkshops in Guatemala City,” says Lucia Ruano, USMEF’s Central America director. “They learned how to produce several cuts from the loin and how to present new ideas to their customers about merchandising and selling each of the cuts to consumers".</p> <p>Ruano explained that developing demand for these cuts will help U.S. pork realize its market potential in the region. In Guatemala, despite increases in domestic pork production, pork imports continue expanding to meet rising consumer demand. USMEF estimates that per capita pork consumption in Guatemala has risen 20% since 2018.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-15 00:05:59 | 2025-08-06 01:18:17 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7445 | B+ LNZ: Removal of agriculture from the ETS is positive but some concerns remain | Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ) welcomes the Government’s announcement that it is amending climate change legislation to keep agriculture out of the Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). | <p><span lang="DE">B+LNZ Chair Kate Acland says, "We have consistently argued that agriculture going into the ETS would be a disastrous outcome. We welcome certainty about this being removed".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Acland also welcomed the official disestablishment of the He Waka Eke Noa Primary Sector Climate Action Partnership. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We withdrew our support for He Waka Eke Noa because of the significant impact this would have had on our farmers. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"While we are prepared to be part of a new group that discusses how to manage New</span><span lang="DE"> </span><span lang="DE">Zealand’s agricultural emissions, any involvement will be with full transparency and discussion with our farmers. We will not allow this to be a repeat of the He Waka Eke Noa process. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We are being very clear to the Government that our bottom line is that we do not support a price on agricultural emissions as a way of achieving reductions. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Emissions reductions in the sheep and beef sector are already happening more quickly than needed. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The significant decline in stock numbers as a result of afforestation in the last few years means our sector will likely exceed the current target of a 10 percent reduction in methane by 2030. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Based on this there is absolutely no justification for a price. This is a non-negotiable for our farmers. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Our view is that we should be focused on the outcome we are trying to achieve – the management of agricultural emissions – and be open to solutions and different ways of achieving this. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Sheep and beef farmers have reduced their absolute emissions by more than 30 percent since 1990 and are offsetting a significant proportion of their remaining emissions through the trees and native vegetation on their farms. Much of this sequestration is still not recognised or rewarded. Recent analysis by AgResearch indicates that our sheep production is already 'warming neutral'". </span></p> | 1 | Technology | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-15 00:10:37 | 2025-08-05 18:57:35 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7446 | Australia: Steer prices stabilise | For the last three months, prices for all steer indicators – the Restocker Steer Indicator, Feeder Steer Indicator and Heavy Steer Indicator – have been operating along the lines of long-term market trends, remaining relatively flat in comparison to the volatility seen over the last three years, informs Meat & Livestock Australia. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Current national prices as of 13 June 2024 stand at:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>National Restocker Indicator: 330¢/kg cwt.</li> <li>National Feeder Steer Indicator: 325¢/kg cwt.</li> <li>National Heavy Steer Indicator: 291¢/kg cwt.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Producer sentiment and confidence in the market help to drive variation in steer indicator pricing. Confidence in the conditions to add weight and value to an animal as it moves from a restocker to a lot feeder to a processor as a heavy steer heavily influences value and demand.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The cattle market saw unprecedented price premiums across 2021 and 2022 through the peak of the rebuild. While cattle prices lifted across the board, restocking demand drove a market lift. This led to premiums for restocker animals, which were as high as 152¢ (22%) over feeder steers, and a 139¢ premium (25%), for feeders over heavy steers. This provides a good narrative of the journey and price inputs that go into producing a lot fed finished product during this time.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In October 2023, MLA reported a convergence of the prices between the steer indicators, reaching only an 8¢ difference between the three price points. The price convergence reflected the confidence in the market at the time and the perceived inability to value add either in feed or market conditions.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">As of 13 June, the market has returned to long-term relationship dynamics, after peaking in the first weeks of sales this year and levelling out from March. Generally, in periods of neutral or positive operating conditions, restocker steers will receive a premium over feeder steers, who, in turn, receive a premium over heavy steers. In the past three months, there have been price differentials between restockers and feeders of 5%, close to the averages between 2016–18 of 4%. Similarly, between feeders and heavy steers, current short term at 4% are running close to the 2016–18 averages of 7%.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-16 00:05:29 | 2025-08-05 11:44:41 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7447 | Getting ‘The Art of the BBQ’ right in Scotch style | We’re all ready for summer and so is Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) with its latest summer guide ‘The Art of the BBQ’. This free publication from their renowned Scotch Butchers’ Club shows consumers how to make the most of the BBQ season. | <p>These top tips help you enjoy a safe and tasty BBQ using the various cuts of Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Selected Pork. This includes preparing your grill, meat cooking times and meat marinading, along with an array of mouth-watering recipes and accompaniments.</p> <p>Gordon Newlands, Brand Development Manager at QMS said: "Getting the best out of your BBQ and the meat you’re cooking can really help create memorable get-togethers with family and friends whilst enjoying delicious Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Selected Pork. This guide offers a quick and easy way for people to feel more informed and confident when it comes to cooking outside on a grill and is also a useful conversation starter with local Scotch butchers when deciding on the meat you need".</p> <p>"Choosing to cook with the best quality assured Scotch Beef, Scotch Lamb and Specially Selected Pork means you are getting delicious produce which has been reared to the highest of standards. With the help of our latest BBQ guide, the meat can be cooked in a way that enhances your eating experience".</p> <p>"The Euro 2024 football tournament kicking off is something to look forward to this summer and is the perfect excuse to invite friends round and get the BBQ going. If the weather isn’t playing ball and you don’t fancy cooking outdoors,your kitchen oven’s grill is a great alternative".</p> <p>One of the best things about the guide is to encourage people to think beyond the usual BBQ go-to's and to inspire them to add some new cuts of meat to their shopping list and try things they’ve not had before. It also offers al-fresco dining tips and advice from Scotch Butchers’ Club members and chefs.</p> <p>Scotch Butchers’ Club Ambassador, Grant Duffy, a fully qualified butcher and butchery manager at Strachan’s Craft Butchers at Blantyre says: "Our counters are always full of colour and flavour. I encourage everyone to visit their local butcher this BBQ season, for the combination of real quality assurance, advice and inspiration. We love helping our customers find new things to do with fresh red meat at this time of year".</p> <p>Ryan Gow, a Scotch Butchers’ Club Ambassador based at John M Munro Butchers at Dingwall offers his top tip: "The key to making the most of cheaper cuts is how you cook them. Rump or minute steaks are great for the BBQ but don’t cook them any more than medium so that they remain juicy and tender".</p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-16 00:10:58 | 2025-08-06 02:49:06 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7448 | AHDB: Global opportunities for UK red meat exporters amid rising demand for animal protein | Delegates at the annual Red Meat Exports Conference heard about global trends and patterns in trade production, future risks and challenges and opportunities for halal. | <p><span lang="DE">UK red meat exporters and representatives from UK Government also gained valuable insight from the China Meat Association (CMA) and heard about the development of AHDB resources to support exporters during the conference at Butchers’ Hall, London.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Global demand for animal protein is growing, with worldwide pig meat, beef, and sheep meat consumption expected to increase by 11%, 10% and 15 % respectively by 2032. UK red meat exports in 2023 were valued at £1.7 billion, equalling the record year in 2022.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">AHDB Chief Executive Graham Wilkinson said:</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"With anticipated growth in the global appetite for animal protein, exports of world class British red meat products have never been more important. The red meat sector should be rightly proud of what it can offer the global market and we have much to celebrate, not least with the value of red meat exports last year equalling the record set in 2022.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"AHDB has a critical role to play, working collaboratively with industry and other key stakeholders to ensure our exporters can capitalise on opportunities to sell their products in markets the world over. At last year’s conference we launched our Beyond Borders export strategy which set out our ambitions to help drive export growth.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Since then, we’ve delivered a raft of activity to help ensure the opportunities for export of our world class red meat products are maximised globally. This has included coordinating inward and outward trade missions, inspection visits of UK sites, participating in international trade shows and working to support the opening of new markets. In doing so we have helped develop a broad portfolio of markets which is important to the trade for premium and variety meat, while offsetting risk.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Our work on the ground in-market also plays a pivotal role in establishing and maintaining positive trading relationships. The China Meat Association is a key partner with which AHDB has a long-standing relationship. We have been delighted to host an important delegation from China this week, showcasing our high-quality sustainably produced red meat products, culminating with their participation in our conference today.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Red meat exports are vital in underpinning domestic prices and ensuring carcase balance. AHDB will continue to invest in export development, working with industry and other stakeholders to drive further growth on behalf of levy payers and build on the momentum that has delivered global success to date".</span></p> | 1 | Events | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-17 00:05:23 | 2025-08-06 01:50:18 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7449 | Brazil: Pork shipments grow 2.7 percent in May | Pork exports (considering all products, including fresh and processed) totaled 104.4 thousand tons in May, reports the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). The number exceeds the total shipped in the same period last year by 2.7%, with 101.7 thousand tons. | <p><span lang="DE">Revenue generated by exports in May totaled US$ 225.2 million, a balance 10.4% lower than the total recorded in the same period last year, with US$ 251.4 million. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the year (January to May), pork exports totaled 506.6 thousand tons, a number 5.3% higher than the total accumulated in the same period of 2023, with 481.1 thousand tons. Revenue generated by shipments in the first five months of the year reached US$ 1.064 billion, a balance 7.3% lower than the total accumulated in the same period last year, with US$ 1.149 billion. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The pace of exports continues to be positive in relation to the record achieved in 2023. Asia and nations in the Americas continue to be the 'driver' of the sector's international sales, however, with changes on the board of the main importers. The expectation is that we will have results equivalent to or greater than those recorded last year, however, with a greater presence of other destinations", highlights the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The main importer of pork, China was the destination for 111.4 thousand tons of the product between January and May, a number 36.7% lower than the total shipped in the same period last year. In a different flow, the Philippines imported 70.2 thousand tons, an increase of 84.8% compared to the same period in 2023. Next are Chile, with 43.017 thousand tons (+25.7%), Hong Kong, with 43.006 thousand tonnes (-16.2%), Singapore, with 32.3 thousand tonnes (+11.2%) and Japan, with 27.4 thousand tonnes (+92.8%). </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The flow of exports to Asia is taking on new contours, with notable growth in sales to the Philippines, Singapore and Japan, assimilating the decline in Chinese imports and expanding the reach of Brazilian exports. At the same time, we see Brazil's old partner, Russia, resuming imports of the product", highlights Luís Rua, Market Director at ABPA.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the survey by state, Santa Catarina remains the main exporter, with 280.5 thousand tons exported between January and May, a number 7.3% higher than that recorded in the same period last year. Next is Rio Grande do Sul, with 106.2 thousand tons (-4.1%), Paraná, with 65.3 thousand tons (-1.75%), Mato Grosso, with 14.8 thousand tons (+ 46.3%) and Mato Grosso do Sul, with 11 thousand tons (+1.4%).</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-17 00:10:37 | 2025-08-05 15:15:14 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7455 | Marel: How to maximize chilling efficiency | Marel has some forty years’ experience of chilling poultry with air. They have close to 400 chilling installations worldwide. This means you too can benefit from this knowhow built up over many years when considering an update of your chilling department. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The main function of an air chilling installation is of course to chill birds as quickly as possible from approximately 40°C [104°F] to the required temperature without freezing any part of the bird. Freezing would compromise both shelf life and presentation. To do this, Marel puts the product center stage, creating a suitable microclimate around it. The aim is most definitely not to cool the room in which the chilling tunnel is installed.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">As you will be looking for a guarantee as regards the chilling performance of the system, it is important to be precise about where the temperature is measured. Marel has opted for core temperature, the warmest spot in the breast muscle. Some suppliers guarantee an “average” temperature, which is altogether different, as it includes surfaces, which cool down much more quickly. The laws of physics will determine how long it takes to chill products to the temperature required with heavier products needing more time than lighter ones.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Local legislation plays its role too, as it will influence the chilling method chosen. In the European Union, for example, if a product is to be sold fresh, it must be chilled using air. Products which are immersion chilled in water, however, cannot be sold fresh.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">If no countermeasures are taken, up to 3% yield can be lost when chilling with air. This because dry skin is hydrophobic, meaning that it doesn’t like water. Marel overcomes this phenomenon by spraying a thin film of moisture onto interior and exterior surfaces during chilling, making these surfaces hydrophilic (attract water). This film should remain intact for most of the process with any water evaporating from the film rather than the product itself. This reduces yield loss typically to half a percent. Shelf-life considerations, however, dictate that products coming out of the chilling installation be as dry as possible. Bacteria thrive in water and live only on the skin, the underlying meat being sterile. Spraying should therefore stop in good time.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Marel treats your inquiry for a chilling system on its own merits. Of course, you will have your own priorities, which could include color, presentation and tenderness. If you cut up and debone, you will not want any deboned breast meat to be tough. The ability to offer full product-by-product traceability will often be a key demand, particularly if you are selling to a major supermarket or convenience food chain. Marel chilling installations are fully in-line and will allow this.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The different characteristics of Marel chilling installations allow them to be configured wholly in line with the requirements of your particular market.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Marel offers four types of chilling installation. These are the DownFlow Plus system, the Shock/Maturation Chilling system (a DownFlow Plus chilling installation preceded by an immersion-chill stage), In-line immersion chilling and the InfraChill system.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The DownFlow Plus System is at the heart of Marel’s chilling installations. DownFlow Plus is a multi-tiered system on the top of which evaporators are installed. These evaporators blow cooling air obliquely onto the tiers below, which are offset to prevent products hanging on special chilling shackles from dripping on one another. Spray cabinets mounted at intervals apply a thin film of moisture to exterior, interior or both surfaces. The position and type of cabinet will depend on the chilled product the customer wants to produce, as each DownFlow Plus chilling installation is tailored to specific customer requirements.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The thin film of moisture turns dry hydrophobic skin into a hydrophilic surface.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">These requirements will include product weight, the lightest and heaviest products in a given flock, the temperature to which products should be cooled, end product presentation and the space available for the installation. Marel will always come up with an ideal footprint, ensuring that product is chilled as cost-effectively and sustainably as possible.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">If you cut and debone most products and do not want tough breast meat, Shock/Maturation Chillling could be your answer, particularly if used in conjunction with CAS SmoothFlow controlled atmosphere stunning system and RapidRigor in-line electro-stimulation. RapidRigor is installed immediately after feather removal.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Shock/Maturation Chilling has two DownFlow chilling processes in a single chilling installation. In the first 'shock' process, very cold air is blown aggressively onto products to quickly reduce surface temperature and stop the growth of harmful bacteria. At the same time, a film of water is applied to all exterior and interior surfaces in spray cabinets mounted at intervals to the overhead track. This aids cooling and prevents products from drying out. In the much longer maturation phase, air at a higher temperature is blown gently on products. The aim is to keep temperatures for as long as possible in the range for maximum enzyme activity essential for effective maturation. Products can be in Shock/Maturation Chillinginstallations for upwards of three hours. Shear force tests have shown that when used together with modified atmosphere stunning and RapidRigor, results are arguably better than conventional maturation off-line.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In-line immersion chilling is a concept where products are dragged through a first immersion chilling phase before being finished in a DownFlow installation. This normally used in situations where a processor wants either to offer a higher value hard-scalded deep-frozen product with less water pick-up or a soft-scalded fresh product. In the European Union, this process cannot be used to make a fresh product, as the immersion chilling of product to be sold fresh is forbidden.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The process makes use of water’s ability to chill product more quickly than air. It also enables full product-by-product traceability, as products are no longer chilled off-line in a conventional immersion chill system. Marel offers two versions of the combined system with a shorter or longer initial immersion phase. When used to provide a hard-scalded deep-frozen product, it is essential to keep products wet in the second DownFlow stage, as otherwise presentation will suffer. To make the best use of space, the initial immersion phase is installed beneath the second DownFlow phase.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Finally, Marel can offer InfraChill. InfraChill is a ducted system, which blows air from evaporators mounted at the side of the system directly into the product’s cavity thereby reducing chilling time by a quarter. Unlike DownFlow, InfraChill is a single tier system and will always have a larger footprint.</p> | 1 | Technology | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-06-18 00:06:16 | 2025-08-06 00:25:00 | Details Edit Delete |
