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| 8170 | France: Minister Annie Genevard launches the Animal Health Conference | Annie Genevard, Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, launched the Animal Health Conference on January 30, 2025, as she had promised to do last November. All stakeholders in the livestock sector were brought together to collectively commit to defining the health organization of tomorrow, adapted to the new risks exposing livestock farms, in a context of climate change and intensification of global trade. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">More than 200 representatives of the French livestock sectors met on January 30, 2025, at the premises of the Ministry of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty, at the invitation of Annie Genevard. Fifteen years after the Estates General of Health (2010), the objective was to conduct a concerted reflection on the French health system, after a year 2024 marked by various crises (epizootic hemorrhagic disease, ovine bluetongue), the continuation of the fight against highly pathogenic avian influenza and the imminent threat of African swine fever.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to this development in the French health situation, there are new threats to which all French livestock farms may be exposed in this context of climate change and the amplification of global trade. In this regard, 2025 could be the year of unprecedented health risks, both due to the extension of the situation experienced in 2024 and the emergence of other diseases in neighboring countries (foot-and-mouth disease, particularly in Germany). It was therefore necessary to reexamine our organizations and our means of control, by favoring an approach more focused on the anticipation and prevention of diseases.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This launch of the Conference is the culmination of collective work that began in December with a broad consultation of the sectors (more than forty contributions), then in mid-January, with the establishment of four working groups (three groups focused on the pig, ruminant and poultry sectors, as well as a cross-functional group) coordinated by government departments, in order to arrive at a shared inventory and lay the foundations for future sector health contracts.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">These future contracts will have to provide in particular for the strengthening, on the one hand, of surveillance in livestock farms, by integrating public health issues (one health), and on the other hand of prevention, in particular with the strengthening of biosecurity and the implementation of preventive vaccination campaigns. This project will involve the upstream and downstream sectors and will clarify the roles of all stakeholders, including the State, in the face of different diseases. It will constitute the basis of a renovated French health system around improved governance, financing, the promotion of innovative solutions, while preserving France's food sovereignty. The aim is to finalize these sector health contracts in 2025 for deployment no later than 2026. To this end, specific working groups will be organized throughout the year under the coordination of State services.</p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-02-04 00:25:47 | 2025-08-12 02:35:32 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7207 | UK: Meat outperform their animal-free alternatives in January | Animal-free products were less of a hit with consumers in January, as meat-free volume declines outpaced their animal-product counterparts, informs AHDB. Dairy volumes grew year-on-year (YoY) in January while dairy-free products experienced less demand compared to last year. It seems food trends during January are changing, with greater opportunities for red meat and dairy to be eaten by consumers as more of a health-conscious start to the year. | <p><span lang="DE">In January 2023, we saw poor performance for both meat-free and dairy-free <wbr />products compared to January 2022. This resulted in some retailers attempting to position animal-free products with health-focused messaging within stores this year, rather than promoting Veganuary as an occasion in its own right, according to IGD. This aligns with our marketing campaign Let’s Eat Balanced, showcasing the nutritional benefits of British meat and dairy and their role as part of a balanced diet.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">While this limited promotion and product availability will have impacted sales of animal-free products to some extent, the cost-of-living crisis can also be attributed to a large proportion of the 12.8% and 3.8% YoY volume decline for meat- and dairy-free products, respectively (Kantar, 3 w/e 21 Jan 2024; Nielsen, 4 w/e 27 Jan 2024). This is because meat- and dairy-free products are 3.3% and 18.4% more expensive than their animal product competitors respectively. This continues the YoY volume decline seen throughout 2023, and was further highlighted during January with some consumers switching from meat-free products into red meat (Kantar).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Despite high inflation, spend on meat-free items dropped by 6.6% YoY (Kantar, 3 w/e 21 Jan 2024) due to the fall in volumes of both branded and unbranded products. This decline outpaced that of total meat, fish and poultry (MFP) (-1.9%) and came as many shoppers left the meat-free category due to its high price point at £7.82/kg compared to the average for total MFP (£7.57/kg). As a result, some shoppers also switched to buying primary MFP products.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Compared to the average 3-week period within the 52 weeks ending 24 December 2023, meat-free volumes increased by 25.9%. However, this was to be expected as retailers always try and drum up interest in meat-free products and are health focussed in January, e.g. through in-store displays and advertisements. This may be to counter the trend that the proportion of food chosen for health reasons is not typically at its highest in January, contrary to popular belief.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Looking at promotions more closely, 43.2% of meat-free products were on promotion during the 3 w/e 21 January 2024; this is a slight increase (+1.5 percentage points) compared to the rest of the year. Yet retailers’ efforts to try and increase the pick-up of meat-free products during this health-focused month failed, as the percentage of baskets with meat-free products fell 0.4 percentage points YoY, to 4.1%. This indicates that consumers’ interest in meat-free products is waning, despite attempts to market them as healthy following the indulgent Christmas period.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This trend is also apparent when we look at the number of people buying meat-free products, which has been falling since 2021. Linked to this, demand for meat-free products has been declining recently, as people turn to carbohydrates and cheese to create tasty meatless meals at a lower cost (Kantar).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Therefore, while we see this peak in interest for meat-free items in January, only 28% of shoppers who attempt Veganuary actually complete it, and most are unlikely to continue purchasing meat-free products for the rest of the year. This suggests consumers have a fleeting interest in a meat-free lifestyle, and meat-free products are not a big threat to the MFP category at this point in time.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The media has focused on the negative nutritional values of ultra-processed foods, which is putting many consumers off eating them (Mintel). This, alongside slowing inflation and the potential for real wages to grow in 2024, means health is becoming more of a priority for consumers. This provides the opportunity to promote the health benefits of meat and dairy in January, to align with consumer values.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">With 96.4% of households buying MFP in January (Kantar, 3 w/e 21 January 2024), compared to 99.0% for the rest of the year (52 w/e 24 December 2023), there is a slight drop off in consumers purchasing red meat at the start of the year. Therefore, alongside promoting the health benefits of red meat and dairy, retailers could provide meal inspiration, both on-pack and in-store, to help encourage consumers to buy these items in the big post-Christmas shop.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">With just 28% of UK adults completing Veganuary and volume sales of meat- and dairy-free products suffering, it is likely that new product development will be limited, but meat and dairy may still face competition from cheap staple alternative products.</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-03-13 00:15:34 | 2025-08-11 19:51:48 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 8000 | Reference model for animal welfare in the Spanish pig sector | Animal welfare in the Spanish pig sector has reached levels that place Spain as a global leader in this area. INTERPORC has contributed to this reality through actions and training that reinforce the commitment of the sector and its professionals to continue advancing in this direction. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The commitment to the quality of life of animals is reflected in every stage of the production process in the white pig sector. From farms to slaughterhouses, the practices implemented demonstrate a deep dedication to ethics, sustainability and quality, which benefits both animals and consumers.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In Spain, animal welfare regulations are some of the strictest and most comprehensive in the world, and include limitations on the size of farms, minimum distance between them, feeding and rest conditions, and biosecurity measures during transport. In addition to these, there are various actions by INTERPORC, which have an impact on maintaining and improving animal welfare.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Among them, the creation of 'B+ Commitment to Animal Welfare' stands out. This seal has a technical regulation developed by a committee of experts that imposes on the companies that adhere to it additional requirements based on the five freedoms and the 12 principles of animal welfare of the World Organisation for Animal Health (OIE).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">These are even more demanding standards than those established by law, compliance with which is also verified through external audits carried out by accredited entities that guarantee objectivity and rigor in the evaluations.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Although this is a voluntary certification, the large number of companies that have opted to adhere to it demonstrates the desire for transparency and continuous improvement of the Spanish pig sector in terms of animal welfare.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>True animal welfare</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The concept of animal welfare included in the INTERPORC B+ label is based on the five freedoms established by the OIE, which state that an animal must be free from hunger, thirst and malnutrition; free from fear and distress; free from physical and thermal discomfort; free from pain, injury and disease; and free to express natural behaviours.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">These principles translate into specific practices on farms, such as providing enough space for pigs to move freely, designing housing to ensure their comfort and safety, and offering a balanced diet supervised by veterinarians.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This approach ensures that all pigs receive the right amount of nutrients, preventing malnutrition and promoting healthy growth. In addition, management practices include constant monitoring of the animals' health status, allowing for rapid interventions in the event of illness or injury.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Biosecurity is another fundamental pillar of animal welfare. Measures include strict controls during animal transport, rigorous hygiene protocols and the implementation of physical and sanitary barriers to protect pigs from pathogens. Continuous training of workers ensures that high standards are maintained at all stages of production.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, animal welfare does not end on the farm. Slaughterhouses in Spain are subject to strict regulations up to the moment of slaughter. For example, continuous image recording systems in areas where live animals are kept allow monitoring and ensuring good practices. These recordings are stored for at least one month and are available to official veterinary services, allowing constant surveillance and the detection of any irregularities.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Benefits for the consumer</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The impact of these animal welfare measures goes beyond the welfare of the animals. By improving the living conditions of pigs, the quality of pork products is also improved and consumers can be assured that the meat they buy comes from animals that have been raised and managed according to the highest welfare standards.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This confidence in the quality and ethics of Spanish pork production promoted by INTERPORC is a key factor in the reputation of the sector at an international level. It is a recognition of a production system that has led Spain to be the second largest exporter in the world and the main supplier of pork products to many of the most important markets in the world.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Contributions to sustainability</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Commitment to animal welfare also has positive implications for the sustainability of the entire sector chain, as practices that promote animal welfare often go hand in hand with those that reduce environmental impact.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For example, biosecurity measures and improved housing conditions contribute to more efficient and sustainable production. Reducing disease and better resource management are benefits that translate into a smaller environmental footprint and more responsible use of natural resources.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, INTERPORC and the Spanish pig sector continue to innovate and seek new ways to improve. Animal welfare research and collaborations with scientific and academic institutions allow companies to be at the forefront of best practices in production, feeding, transportation, food safety… And, if that were not enough, the adoption of new technologies and methods, such as artificial intelligence and data analysis, promises to take animal welfare practices to even higher levels in the future.</p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-12-09 00:10:02 | 2025-08-12 02:14:04 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7597 | Cowpower: JBS waste becomes sustainable aviation fuel | Animal waste from JBS operations in the United States, Canada and Australia is being transformed into jet fuel. In two years, 1.2 million tons of beef tallow and lard have been used to produce Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) and other renewable fuels. The use of beef tallow to generate biofuel is known as cowpower. | <p><span lang="DE">According to the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT), aviation-related carbon dioxide (CO₂) emissions have increased by an average of 2.6% per year over the past 25 years, and the commercial aviation sector accounts for about 5% of the global climate burden. As such, SAF presents itself as a climate-friendly alternative to fossil fuels, as it can reduce carbon emissions by up to 70% and can be used as a blend of up to 50% in the kerosene tank used in commercial aircraft.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">For Jason Weller, global CSO at JBS, the initiative reinforces the company's commitment to responsible waste management and the promotion of the circular economy in its operations. "The aviation sector has historically been challenged in decarbonization, as it depends on fossil fuels. By reusing animal waste, we contribute to the environment and help this critical sector in its decarbonization process", he says.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In Brazil, Friboi has begun studies to test the feasibility of supplying animal waste for the production of aviation fuel. Biopower, also owned by JBS, is evaluating the feasibility of producing renewable fuel for ships, as an alternative to bunker oil, a fossil fuel predominantly used by maritime vessels.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Biopower is one of the largest Brazilian producers of biodiesel from organic waste from cattle processing – an alternative that emits 80% less carbon dioxide compared to fossil diesel. The company has three plants in operation, in the cities of Mafra (SC), Lins (SP) and Campo Verde (MT).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In 2023, JBS began a project to introduce the use of 100% biodiesel (B100) in its own fleet of trucks. A truck from the Dutch automaker DAF is already using B100 with the aim of proving the quality of biofuel as an important substitute for the sector. The truck has already exceeded 120 thousand km of use. The result showed that the vehicle fueled with 100% biodiesel (B100) had a performance equivalent to diesel and emitted up to 80% less carbon dioxide. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Tests with B100 in the truck fleet are in line with the expansion of biofuels in Brazil's transportation matrix. Since March 1, the increase in the percentage of biodiesel blended into diesel sold to end consumers has already been in practice. The biofuel index in diesel sold in the country has now reached 14%.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">JBS was the first company in the country to obtain authorization from the National Agency of Petroleum, Natural Gas and Biofuels to supply its fleet of trucks. Located in the industrial complex of Lins, in the interior of São Paulo, the biopoint, as it is called, has two pumps dedicated exclusively to B100 and has the capacity to offer 30 thousand liters of fuel. </span></p> | 1 | Technology | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-30 00:15:52 | 2025-08-12 02:35:28 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 5317 | Animal protein trading company expects revenue growth of USD 50 million (40%) in the Middle East and North Africa in 2022; today, 65% of its exports are shipped to the region | <p dir="ltr">The results of Garra International’s presence in Gulfood, the main food and beverage trade show in the Middle East, have exceeded the company’s expectations. The event served as the unofficial kick-off of the trading company’s business in the Arab countries this year, in which it expects to increase its revenue in the region by USD 50 million (or 40 %).</p> <p dir="ltr">"Our participation in the fair was extremely positive. We made important contacts with current and potential customers in the region, and with suppliers around the world. On top of that, we got back in touch with old partners, who came to us looking to make new deals", says Frederico Kaefer, CEO of Garra International.</p> <p dir="ltr">A joint venture between Brazilian KIT and New Zealander Garra, the trading company has had exponential growth in the last two years, ending 2021 with USD 200 million in revenue. "The expansion allowed us to open new markets and find new suppliers for our partners and for our own brand. And that brought other customers to the table", says Matias Hees, the company's Chief Commercial Officer.</p> <p dir="ltr">With offices in 13 countries, Garra International attended the fair with a multinational team from markets such as Brazil, Egypt, the United Arab Emirates, Jordan and New Zealand. During the five-days event, they met with companies from all the nations in the MENA region - which together represent a consumer market of around 400 million people.</p> <p dir="ltr">The region is currently the destination of 65% of Garra International's exports, including chicken, beef and mutton. To disembark, all items have the Halal certification - which designates foods, products, and services that can be consumed by Muslims.</p> <p dir="ltr">"The quality of the contacts we made in the last few days also demonstrates the evolution of the fair over the years. The public is increasingly qualified and looking to close deals", says Frederico. This was the 27th edition of Gulfood.</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>Growth strategy</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">According to the United States Department of Agriculture, between 2021 and 2030 the chicken meat export to the Middle East should increase by 23.5%, reaching around 4 million tons. Beef exports will grow at a slightly slower pace of 18%, to 1.3 million tons per year.</p> <p dir="ltr">This growth is explained mainly by the expansion of the purchasing power in developing countries, as the population gradually increases its daily consumption of high-quality food.</p> <p dir="ltr">Considering this trend, Garra, which already deals 120 thousand tons of animal protein per year - sold to around 500 clients in more than 60 markets - has a plan that is both ambitious and feasible: to increase its turnover by five times, to USD 1 billion in ten years. </p> <p dir="ltr">"Besides the enormous potential of the consumer market, both in the Arab countries and in other developing nations, we believe that Garra distinguishes itself for the added value we provide to our clientes", says the CEO. "We have the best suppliers and a logistical structure that is extremely efficient. We also offer customized financial solutions so that our clients can sell or buy in the world's major centers."</p> <p dir="ltr"><strong>About Garra</strong></p> <p dir="ltr">Garra is a trading company that combines expertise and an international network of contacts to create relevant connections between the two ends of the animal protein supply chain, buyers and suppliers. Founded 26 years ago, the company has operations in more than ten countries and clients in about 60 markets. Garra offers complete solutions, including customized financial conditions, to maximize revenue in each operation.</p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2022-02-22 16:08:24 | 2025-08-11 10:56:35 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 6962 | Rabobank: Global animal protein outlook 2024 | Animal protein production will keep growing in 2024, but at a slower pace, as margins remain tight. The fact that animal protein companies continue to grow production and deliver on customer expectations amid such challenging market conditions is a testament to their resilience and flexibility. Despite a cost-of-living crisis putting pressure on consumer finances, there continues to be demand for animal protein, and companies have been able to overcome challenges, from high costs to regulatory uncertainty and disease, to capitalize on it. | <p><span lang="DE">Some market conditions should improve in 2024 as input costs ease and as some consumers become more used to the uncertainties around them. However, other changes in market conditions are structural in nature rather than cyclical and so will add ongoing costs and changes – creating some opportunities and some risks.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"For companies to sustain the success of the past few years, it’s essential that they adapt to the structural changes in the market. Instead of simply riding out the storm, animal protein businesses need to take stock of their strengths and prepare to transition their supply chains to operating in an environment with high costs and tight margins. Companies should double down on improving their productivity, review their existing portfolios, strengthen supply chain partnerships, increase investment in new product development, and adjust their pricing strategies to navigate the challenges of the coming year", says Justin Sherrard, Global Strategist - Animal Protein.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Although it is slowing, production growth will still be relatively robust in Brazil, will marginally increase in China and Oceania, and will actually accelerate in Southeast Asia, while contracting in other markets. While beef, pork, and wild catch seafood are down, poultry and aquaculture show the strongest growth across the species.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">North America</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Beef production in the US continues to contract with the cycle, overshadowing changes in other species. Poultry will benefit from consumer preferences, while pork still needs to rebalance. The outlook for Mexico is slightly more positive.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Europe</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">There are ongoing production pressures for all species, given disease risks, market- and regulatory-driven production system changes, and lower exports. Poultry consumption is set to grow, while pork and beef will decline.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">China</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Slow consumption will continue to pressure the animal protein system in 2024. Poultry is best placed, with steady growth in production and consumption. Pork and beef markets will remain under most pressure, as the market is well supplied, at least in 1H 2024.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Brazil</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Production is set to grow for all species, supported by export opportunities. Pork will grow fastest, followed by poultry. Disease remains a downside risk, especially for poultry.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Southeast Asia</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">The recovering economic situation and easing of disease pressures should support production growth in 2024. Pork leads growth, although is subject to ongoing ASF pressure, followed by poultry. Beef will only see minor change from 2023.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Australia & New Zealand</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">The rebuilding of Australia’s beef herd means production and exports will grow in 2024. New Zealand’s production is expected to slow slightly for beef and expand slightly for sheepmeat.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Salmon</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">2024 will be an inflection point for supply. Prices will soften mildly but will remain at elevated levels, continuing the period of high margins.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Shrimp</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">2024 remains full of uncertainty. Shrimp faces a difficult oversupply situation, which can only be resolved by lower supply or higher demand.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Alternative protein</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Consolidation of products and companies is underway and will continue in 2024.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Aquafeed</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Potential minibans may affect the pace of fishing. El Niño is likely to persist through 1H 2024, and price normalization of fish meal depends on catch rates.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Feed and forage</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Feed price relief will continue into 2024. Falling costs are helping to restore margins, but outside factors continue to add uncertainty.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2023-12-14 00:10:24 | 2025-08-11 14:10:00 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 5876 | Germany: Animal production reached 26 billion euros in 2021 | Animal production as a whole reached an estimated total value of around 26 billion euros in 2021, remaining two percent below the level of the previous year. | <p>In animal production, staff shortages due to COVID-19 and strict quarantine measures in the slaughterhouses and cutting plants led to a reduction in production. A 1.7 percent lower slaughter volume and around 2.6 percent lower slaughter cattle prices were achieved. The production value was estimated at 13 billion euros, almost 5 percent lower than in the previous year.</p> <p>For cattle overall, the production volume remained at the previous year's level. With an increase of almost 14 percent, prices were significantly higher than in the previous year. This resulted in a production value of 3.6 billion euros (+13 percent). </p> <p>In pigs, the outbreak of African swine fever prevented exports to Asia. As a result, prices fell permanently. The average price for 2021 was estimated at 1.34 euros per kilogram slaughter weight. This is 16 percent less than in 2020. The slaughter volume decreased to around 2.8 percent below the previous year's value. The production value reached 6.1 billion euros. It fell 18.6 percent below the previous year's result (2020: 7.5 billion euros).</p> <p>For poultry as a whole, the production volume fell by 10.4 percent. The average annual price remained almost constant compared to the previous year. According to the second estimate, the production value was almost 2.3 billion euros (-10 percent).</p> <p>The milk quantities that were recorded in 2021 were almost 3 percent lower than in 2020. A renewed increase in demand from bulk consumers made a price increase of around 9.7 percent possible. According to the second estimate, the average milk price was 36.9 cents per kilogram (2020: 33.7 cents per kilogram). The production value rose by almost 7 percent to almost 11.6 billion euros.</p> <p>Egg production remained constant in 2021. The price of around EUR 1,189 per tonne was 1.5 percent below the previous year. The production value is estimated at around one billion euros (-1.3 percent).</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2022-11-22 04:23:59 | 2025-08-11 22:34:39 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 5739 | Argentine: Record production for the meat industry | Animal processing maintains a good pace in 2022, with 8.8 million cattle slaughtered in the January-August period. | <p>This record is above the numbers that were presented last year, implying a considerable rebound as a result of the fall that had occurred in the slaughter during 2021, after restrictions were applied to external markets.</p> <p>However, local dynamics seem to have recovered a good part of the pace that they had in previous years, if we compare this year's results with previous processing levels, we find that animal slaughter is less than 1% below the 8.9 million heads slaughtered during the same period of 2018 and 2019, although the drop compared to 2020 is greater.</p> <p>On the other hand, it should be noted that, as a compensating effect, this year's meat production exceeds that of previous years, since the animals that are being sent to slaughter are heavier and, therefore, a greater number of kilos is obtained. after processing.</p> <p>In this sense, in 2022, according to data from the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries (SAGyP), 2 million tons equivalent to bone-in beef have been produced, being slightly above the 2018 and 2019 periods and less than one 1% below the 2020 results.</p> <p> </p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2022-09-28 04:41:47 | 2025-08-11 19:02:58 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 4810 | Meat production to reach 374 million tonnes in 2030 | Animal herd expansion in China and America is expected to support this rise. | <p>At the end of 2030, the world's meat supply may reach 374 million tonnes, according to the latest report from OECD and FAO. Experts from both organizations believe that China will account for most of the total increase in meat production, followed by Brazil and the United States. However, it will not be red meat to see a large increase4 in production but poultry. The availability of protein from beef, pork, poultry and sheep will grow by 5.9%, 13.1%, 17.8% and 15.7% respectively. Globally, poultry is expected to account for 41% of all meat-based proteins in 2030, an increase of 2 percentage points compared to the base period. The overall percentages of other meat products are lower: beef (20%), pork (34%) and sheep meat (5%), says the report. A shift to poultry consumption will be supported by lower incomes in developing countries but also in developing countries, where preferences for white meats is driven by the way consumers perceived it as a healthier food option.<br />The increase in pork production will remain limited in the first three years due to the slow recovery from ASF outbreaks in China, the Philippines and Vietnam. The recovery process is supposed to be completed in 2023, especially in China, supported by the rapid development of large-scale production facilities that can ensure biosecurity. Growth in global meat protein consumption over the next decade is reported to increase by 14%, driven largely by income and population growth. International meat trade will expand in response to growing demand from countries in Asia and the Middle East, where production will remain insufficient to meet demand.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2021-07-14 11:25:14 | 2025-08-11 09:01:03 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 7833 | Dutch identify bluetongue variant in livestock | Animal health authorities in the Netherlands have discovered infections in livestock of a bluetongue variant, BTV12, for which no vaccine is available, Reuters reported, citing the Dutch government. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The cases were found in a sheep and a cow and its calf at two farms in the center of the Netherlands last week.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Bluetongue can be deadly for domestic ruminants such as sheep, cattle and goats. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">A new variant of the disease, BTV3, has been circulating in Europe since late last year, leading to vaccination campaigns in affected countries, including France and the Netherlands.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Dutch agriculture ministry said the BTV12 variant had been found previously in countries outside Europe, but that these were the first known cases in the Netherlands.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">It said it was too early to say whether a new vaccine was needed, but added it had informed vaccine producers of the cases.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-10-15 00:40:27 | 2025-08-11 22:41:35 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 6119 | Spain: The meat industry shows its concern for the Plastic Tax | ANICE has brought together in the first meeting of the year the Working Group of Large Companies to analyze the current situation and present the latest initiatives undertaken by the sector, as well as its prospects for 2023 in a highly volatile environment. | <p>Although energy costs have moderated, the meat industry faces a decrease in production growth, together with high inflation, while access to credit continues to be difficult. The Group's president, Javier Dueñas, moderated the meeting that began with the analysis of the Royal Decree on packaging and packaging waste, which, as reported, will increase the cost of the food industry by 5,000 million euros.</p> <p>Paloma Sánchez, director of the Department of Competitiveness and Sustainability of FIAB, offered an overview of the regulation of packaging in the European Union and in Spain. The problem of the plastic tax was also addressed, recalling that Spain has been the only country in the EU that has applied this tax, something that is complained by the sector, firstly because of its enormous economic impact in the entire food industry, and secondly, because it places the sector in disadvantage compared to its EU counterparts, by going beyond what is required by European regulations.</p> <p>While other countries have preferred to postpone the entry into force of the tax in order not to punish the national economies already affected by the energy crisis and inflation, the Government of Spain has decided to lead the application of this new tax that reduces the competitiveness of a strategic sector.</p> <p>The conference also served to analyze the new obligations for companies in the Registry of Food Contracts, provided for in the Food Chain Law and established by Royal Decree 1028/2022, reminding companies that buyers of agricultural and food products are required to register contracts to primary producers and their groups. This Registry entered into force on January 1 and from July 1, it will be mandatory to register the modifications introduced in the contracts already signed.</p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2023-02-11 00:08:19 | 2025-08-12 02:35:08 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 560 | IFA: New Year beef market reports strong start | Angus Woods, IFA National Livestock Chairman, announced that there was a very strong sell out of beef over the holiday period and the market has recommenced strongly again. | <p>He said factories are finding it difficult enough to get cattle and paying €4.05/kg base for steers and €4.15/kg base for heifers this week.</p> <p>He said, with the 100,000 head increase in the kill for 2017 and the big weekly kills in the autumn, supplies are expected to be tighter in 2018.</p> <p>Angus Woods said cattle finishers need to dig in hard and drive on prices over the coming weeks as winter finishing at this time of year is a very costly enterprise.</p> <p>The IFA livestock leader said based on price returns from our largest export market in the UK and our main markets across Continental Europe, there is significant potential for cattle prices to rise.</p> <p>Angus Woods said cattle prices in the UK are the equivalent of €4.40/4.45/kg for R3 steers including VAT. Across the main EU Continental markets R3 young bulls are making from €4.20 to €4.40/kg including VAT.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2018-01-08 07:13:42 | 2025-08-11 05:33:41 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 1243 | <p>Mr. Woods said the general run of prices is €4.15/4.25/kg but as factories are very anxious to get tighter supplies more and more feeders are doing deals at the higher base price levels.</p> <p>Angus Woods said the strong market demand is also reflected in higher cow prices with P and O grade cows making €3.50/kg and R grades up to 3.80/kg. Top U grade cows are on €3.90/kg. In addition, he said R and U grade bulls are making €4.20/kg with better prices for all U grades.</p> <p>The IFA livestock leader said with the kill dropping back to 31,226, prices are continuing to rise. In addition, he said cattle prices in the UK are maintaining their upward movement with further increase in the last week. The R3 steer price in the UK for week ended May 5th was £3.74/kg equivalent to €4.47/kg. Angus Woods said demand for beef remains very strong across the UK and EU markets.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2018-05-11 15:11:13 | 2025-08-11 21:10:59 | Details Edit Delete | ||||
| 1985 | Danish Crown appoints new CEO for Tulip | <p>Andrew Cracknell (50) has been chosen to manage the on-going transformation of Tulip. He brings with him considerable experience of the meat industry and the UK retail landscape, which will be essential in securing and growing Tulip’s position in the UK market.</p> <p>Jais Valeur, Group CEO at Danish Crown, said: “We’re in the throes of a major transformation in the UK and our focus has been on finding a leader who possesses in-depth knowledge of production as well as being a commercial heavyweight. I’m therefore extremely pleased to welcome Andrew on board.”</p> <p>Andrew, after graduating with a BSc degree, started his career with the ABP Food Group more than 25 years ago. Having worked in both the Fresh and Frozen Divisions, he was appointed Commercial Director in 2009 and became a member of the board. In 2014, he joined Noble Foods as CEO and in 2016 he took up the position of Managing Director of the Red Meat Division within 2 Sisters Food Group.</p> <p>Commenting on his latest appointment, Andrew said: “I am delighted to be joining Tulip Ltd and the Danish Crown family at such a key time. With so much uncertainty in the market both domestically and globally, I believe that Tulip is strategically positioned to grow. The high degree of vertical integration, from the farm through abattoir and processing to great quality products, will deliver short, secure and sustainable supply chains that are vital in today’s marketplace. There is a lot to do and I am confident that by working together with our colleagues, our customers and suppliers we can succeed in building a sustainable future for the business.”</p> <p>Andrew takes up his position with immediate effect and takes over from Jais Valeur, who has had day-to-day responsibility for Tulip Ltd since June 2018, concurrently with his job as Group CEO of Danish Crown.</p> | 1 | Retail | 2018-10-01 15:59:15 | 2025-08-12 01:08:45 | Details Edit Delete | |||
| 3669 | Record livestock prices in Australia are shutting down abattoirs | Analysts from Rural Bank are forecasting a 45% drop in slaughter for the next 3 to 4 months. | <p>A sharp increase in cattle and lamb prices in New South Wales, Australia is forcing slaughterhouses to reduce their activity or even to close their facilities for a few months, according to local media.<br />JBS Australia was the first factory to shut down its doors last week, followed by Southern Meats, this week, reports ABC news channel. Since the beginning of 2020, prices for young cattle have doubled, while lamb prices are close to AU $10/kg ($6,60). Even with coronavirus outbreak impacting the trade with other regions of the world, red meat prices in Australia are not expected to plunge too much as the country is facing a drop in cattle and sheep inventory.<br />The latest Rural Bank analysis is forecasting a 45% drop in the slaughter rate heading into winter as producers hang on to their livestock to re-build the flock after the long drought. According to MLA, the national flock projection for this year is 63.7 million head, the lowest figures in the last 116 years. "The impact and severity of consecutive drought years will be felt across both sheep and lamb supply in 2020 and for a number of years to come. Sheep slaughter is forecast to decline 22% to 7.2 million head in 2020 and lamb slaughter is anticipated to decline to 21 million head, which is 8% below the pre-drought peak in 2016," commented Adam Cheetham, senior market analyst for MLA.<br />The current situation can have a broader impact on the Australian economy, as the meat processing sector is the country's biggest agricultural industry. However, Patrick Hutchinson, the CEO of the Australian Meat Industry Council, expressed his hope that the abattoirs will adopt measures that will not severely impact the workforce market. "They may go to shutting down completely, they may go to three days a week, or two shifts to one shift, there's a number of levers they can pull," he said.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2020-03-09 09:55:44 | 2025-08-11 11:07:21 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 35 | The tides are shifting: How the AI and the Brazilian meat scandal are shaping the global poultry trade | <p> </p> <p>RaboResearch Senior Animal Protein Analyst Nan-Dirk Mulder says that although the global poultry trade has reached record-high levels, the trade steams have shifted. The US and Thailand had much to gain due to AI-related restrictions and the impacts of the meat scandal in Brazil. Furthermore, the European exporters have also gained ground, taking some of the Middle East trade.</p> <p>The report also shows that the mixture between strong demand, restricted supply, and ongoing low feed costs led to good performances in most of the global markets.The poultry industries from Mexico, India, Thailand and Japan have seen strong performance, whilst South Africa and the EU continue to recover.</p> <p>The situation in China seems to be also improving as the prices have recently recovered somewhat, but the human AI cases are still spreading and have a big impact on the poultry market. Rabobank analysts are concerned about the spreading of the AI virus across the country, with recent movements to northern regions. The AI crisis has had a particularly big impact on the yellow-bird market. On the other hand, Chinese imports were relatively unaffected, "as they serve the processed meat market," the Rabobank’s Global Poultry Quarterly for Q2 2017 report shows.</p> <p>An additional shift in global trade streams was caused by the Brazilian meat scandal which had a significant effect on markets all around the world. Exports from Brazil have seen a significant drop since March, according to the report.</p> <p>Rabobank analysts conclude that aside from the AI problems and the Brazilian meat scandal "a potentially big—but still uncertain—development could be the entry of Chinese cooked chicken into the US market."</p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2017-08-02 15:27:07 | 2025-08-11 17:01:33 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 34 | Global pork market looks promising | Analysts from Rabobank expect a positive overall outlook for the global pork sector. The pork market is relative stable and it has been observed that the increased production from the U.S. is easily absorbed in the main import markets in Asia, according to the Rabobank "Global Pork Quarterly Q2" report. | <p> </p> <p>Throughout the second quarter of this year the global pork market looks promising and heading into the third quarter of this year.</p> <p>“The global pork market is relatively stable, with rising supply from the Americas easily absorbed in the main import markets in Asia, resulting in a steady development of the Rabobank Five-Nation Hog Price Index,” according to Rabobank RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness analysts in their “Global Pork Quarterly Q2” report.</p> <p>The report shows that across the European Union, the pig market is booming. There is a rising of prices due to pressured supply. Rabobank expects that this situation will remain unchanged as summer approaches, with record piglet prices during the first quarter. “Exports remain the wild card for the market’s price top, with high prices limiting the competitive position and resulting returns,” the Rabobank report says.</p> <p>The U.S. pork industry is mainly driven by the forecast 4% increase in pork production in 2017. Rabobank analysts explain that with consumption reaching record levels, the final price levels will be determined by exports. "Current low prices are supportive and also challenge supply from the main export competitor, the EU."</p> <p>China's hog industry has a "steady, regulatory-driven relocation of pork production that will support good price level and stabilize imports in the coming months." The Chinese supply is predicted to recover in the third quarter, as investments that have been made in the past few years will come into effect.</p> <p>Regarding Brazil, the Rabobank report shows that the recent meat scandal related to food fraud probe that brought the safety of Brazilian meat into question and closed some markets hasn't had an impact on export volumes and related prices. Analysts expect from Brazil to steadily grow its position in pork export markets, due to the rising volumes flowing into all main destinations, especially China.</p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2017-08-02 15:03:50 | 2025-08-11 12:50:12 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 825 | <p> </p> <p>Currently lamb prices for Australia’s overseas customers are going up being pressured by the tight supplies, still, analysts consider that the sheepmeat industry will record further positive results. Despite a noticeable increase in pricing in 2017, lamb and mutton exports reached record levels in value, increasing by 20% and 45% respectively in the first 11 months, with the US and China being Australia’s most important customers.</p> <p>“Lamb and sheep slaughter are both expected to drop slightly in 2018, to 22.5 million head and 7.2 million head, respectively. A small increase in lamb carcase weights will help offset the lower slaughter, resulting in stable lamb production at 514,000 tons carcase weight (cwt). It is a slightly different story for sheep, with carcase weights expected to ease from record highs in 2017 back towards their longer term trend. This, combined with declining slaughter, suggests a small reduction in mutton production to 177,000 tons cwt,” MLA’s report read.</p> <p>Furthermore, for 2019, analysts expect the scenery to change, meaning the volumes for sheepmeat exports to record new heights in volume, based on the increase of production and increase in demand from developing countries in Asia and the Middle East. Demand is expected to also rise in the US and Korea. The main factor that could have an impact on the evolution of the Australian sheepmeat trade mentioned by analysts will be still given by the movements in the Australian dollar or the sheepmeat production from New Zealand. The report states that the supply situation in New Zealand is an important factor in Australia's competitiveness in the global market. New Zealand (NZ) and Australia are the world's largest exporters of sheepmeat, accounting for approximately 71% of global exports in 2016-17 (OECD-FAO). </p> <p>As for Australia’s mutton exports, analysts at MLA predict that they will reach a lower level in 2018 because of a decline in slaughter numbers. “The export market now accounts for above 95% of mutton production and this is only expected to increase in future years.” Australia exports its mutton to mainly China, Malaysia and Saudi Arabia. These markets represent a total share trade of over 40% of the country’s mutton exports.</p> <p>Australia's largest lamb importer remains the US in 2017, when Australian lamb exports reported the sixth consecutive year of growth on this market. Lamb exports have jumped from 39,000 tonnes swt in 2013 to 55,000 tons swt in 2017.</p> <p>The demand for Australian sheepmeat in China, another key market for Australian lamb, was strong in 2017. After three years of decline, the exports to this country grew by 40% to 83,000 tons swt, "with value also up a massive 90% year-to-November, on the back of short domestic supplies."</p> <p><strong>Australia’s sheepmeat exports to the Middle East </strong></p> <p>Analysts at MLA talk about a stability across all the major markets in the Middle East which was reflected in Australia’s sheepmeat trade within this region, in 2017 the sheepmeat exports tracking in line with the previous year at a level of 108,000 tons swt. In this regard, chilled products saw record sales of 60,000 tons swt in 2017, a significant increase compared to a year ago. The countries with the strongest demand for Australia’s chilled products were Dubai and Qatar. In addition, for the first time since 2013, Australia was able to export chilled products also to Iran.</p> <p>“2017 saw a continuation of the recent trend towards premium products to the Middle East that has seen Australia’s export price per kilogram almost double in the last 10 years, reaching A$6.70/kg in 2016-17. This has been driven by a combination of increasing disposable incomes, westernisation, large expat professional populations and developing tourism sectors across the Middle East. “</p> <p>MLA analysts say further that it is likely that 2018 will see ongoing demand for high quality chilled carcases, underpinning demand from the region.</p> <p> The Middle East will remain a significant market for Australian sheepmeat, but will face competition from Australian restockers for light lambs next year and increased competition from the growing presence of cheaper product from Romania and North Africa.</p> <p><strong>Australia’s live sheep export </strong></p> <p>According to MLA’s data, Australia’s sheep exports reached 1.89 million head in 2017, up by 3% year-on-year. The increase was mainly based on the exports to Qatar and Omanm while exports to Kuwait, Jordan and UAE reported a slight downfall. Whereas, due to high Australian prices, Malaysia started importing sheep and goat products from suppliers in Thailand and Myanmar.</p> <p>In 2017, Turkey became the third largest recipient of Australian sheep. Last year, the live sheep exports to Turkey were just above 198,000 head. Turkey imports live sheep mainly from Romania and Australia, the Turkish government showing increased preference for the quality of of Australian sheep.</p> <p>MLA’s report further states that there is a possibility of Saudi Arabia and Iran both taking their first exports of Australian sheep under Export Supply Chain Assurance System (ESCAS). The supply and pricing out of Australia will determine “how active either of these markets become.”</p> <p>The Australian live sheep trade will be limited by the ongoing flock rebuilding and continuing high local prices, although a strong demand has been observed and there is also a potential for opening new markets. In this situation, MLA expects overall live sheep exports to be flat in 2018 at 1.9 million head.</p> <p><strong>Looking ahead</strong></p> <p>For the next period, analysts at MLA stressed that Australia's main focus will be maintaining favourable acces conditions. A key lever in improving Australia's sheepmeat's global competitiveness is further reducing both economic and non-tariff barriers."In the year ahead, Australia is engaged in a number of trade talks globally – priorities include the EU, in anticipation of the launch of the Australia-EU FTA, and UK, regarding the upcoming ‘Brexit’," MLA's report concludes.</p> <p>In the following years, MLA analysts expect both lamb and mutton exports to continue to follow domestic production shifts. Australian exports are likely to plateau this year before building up again starting with 2019.</p> <p>The increase in both sheepmeat production and prices in 2017 highlights the strength of the market. Current market signals are showing no significant change to international demand in 2018 and with the anticipated softer overall sheepmeat production, MLA says that this year should see continued support for prices.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2018-02-22 06:55:48 | 2025-08-11 16:33:32 | Details Edit Delete | ||||
| 1585 | Germany's pig herd is decreasing | Analysts estimate Germany's total pig herd to be 26.9 million in May, the lowest since May 2011, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). | <p>Tom Forshaw, analyst at AHDB, says the estimate is 3% down on the November 2017 population and 1% lower than year earlier levels.</p> <p>Forshaw explained that the majority of the herd contraction has come from young pigs under 50kg, which are down 5% (-246,800 head) when compared to year earlier levels.</p> <p>The AHDB analyst said that this has likely been influenced by lower weaner imports this year, which were 8% (-292,000 head) lower than in 2017 between January and April, according to Statistics Germany.</p> <p>Weaner exports are also reported to be higher. The slaughter pig population is relatively similar to year earlier levels, however there has been a 3% decrease in the number over 110kg, (-35,800 head) when compared to May 2017.</p> | 1 | Industry | 2018-07-12 07:09:48 | 2025-08-11 13:22:53 | Details Edit Delete | ||
| 4290 | China imported 80% more pork compared with October 2019 | Analysts believe that Beijing is stockpiling meat for the winter season and until the resumption of local production. | <p>China imported 330,000 tonnes of pork last month, up 80.4% over the previous year. The volume is 50,000 tonnes lower than imports recorded in September this year and experts consulted by Reuters are saying that the Asian country is actually stockpiling meat for the winter season and until the resumption of local production. China's pork production fell 19% in the first half of the year after the African swine fever has devastated its huge pig herd in the past two years. Imports in the first 10 months of the year increased 126.2% to 3.62 million tonnes, said the General Administration of Customs.<br />China's pig herd grew 26.9% in October compared to the previous year, according to the Chinese Ministry of Agriculture. Pork prices have fallen about 28% since the beginning of July, to 36.7 yuan ($ 5.59) per kilo, although it is still well above the levels already reached before the outbreak of the disease. Since September, China has increased pork imports from Brazil, the United States, Canada and Spain as a ban was placed on German pork due to an ASF outbreak reported by the largest pork producer in the EU.</p> | 1 | Market | 2020-11-25 12:31:21 | 2025-08-11 04:09:26 | Details Edit Delete |
