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| 7548 | Australia: Slaughter numbers exceed expectations | The National Livestock Reporting Service (NLRS) National Slaughter Report is a voluntary weekly slaughter report from processors nationwide. | <p><span lang="DE">Weekly data collation provides a platform to track weekly slaughter trends beyond the delayed quarterly results published by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Historically, the NLRS has covered approximately 80% of national slaughter when compared to ABS results.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Flock and herd sizes remained at long-term highs this year, and it’s anticipated this trend will continue due to a high production year in 2024.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Weekly NLRS lamb slaughter continued to break records throughout 2024, tipping 500,000 seven times. The most significant reported slaughter was during June at 511,102 head. Average weekly slaughter remained above long-term trends at 467,259. Year-to-date, NLRS has reported over 12.6 million head, which is 27% above last year’s slaughter over the same period and 24% above five-year averages for the first six months of the year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The 2023–24 supply has been strong, closely mimicking the elevated patterns of 2018–19. In 2019, drought-led turn-off caused a high supply of lambs through to winter and was followed by a glut in the third quarter as the supply of finished lambs dwindled. Currently, there is a seasonal reduction of lamb throughput in saleyards. This will likely carry through to processing numbers, as finished lambs become harder to find. If following 2019 trends, this reduction may remain until new season lambs enter the market.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Weekly NLRS sheep slaughter has remained high, tracking above last year in all but four weeks. The average weekly sheep slaughter is 174,528 head, with the biggest processing week in April of 211,623 head. The NLRS has reported 4.7 million head over the year to date, 17% up against last year. However, when looking longer term, current year-to-date figures are 42% above the five-year average.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Due to the pricing disparities between mutton and lamb, sheep slaughter has been more volatile this year. High supply and significant pricing discounts for mutton allowed processors to switch between the two based on profit margins.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This year’s cattle slaughter is tracking safely above five-year averages. Current weekly averages are 124,013 head, with the largest throughput week at 143,705. The year-to-date throughput of 3.3 million head is 21% above the same period last year and 18% above the average of the previous five years.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Cattle slaughter trends align more with those seen between 2017 and 2019 during the drought-led destocking period. Traditionally, cattle slaughter remains relatively flat across the year, with turn-off supported by a stable lot feeding industry and complementary northern and southern production systems.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-15 00:05:41 | 2025-07-08 19:24:06 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7549 | Brazilian pork exports remain up 4.1 percent in 2024 | Brazilian pork exports (considering all products, including fresh and processed) recorded the best first half of the year in history, with a total of 613.7 thousand tons shipped between January and June, from according to the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). This figure exceeds the total shipped in the same period last year by 4.1%, with 589.8 thousand tons. | <p><span lang="DE">In revenue, pork exports totaled US$ 1.300 billion in the same comparative period (January to June), a number 8% lower compared to 2023, with US$ 1.413 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Considering only the month of June, international pork sales totaled 107.1 thousand tons, 1.4% lower than the total exported in the 6-th month of 2023, with 108.6 thousand tons. Revenue generated in the period reached US$235.3 million, 11% lower than the total exported in the previous year, with US$264.3 million.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">“In this first semester we saw a redesign of pork exports from Brazil. Previously responsible for more than 50% of our exports, shipments to China have declined and been replaced by sales to other relevant markets, such as the Philippines and Japan, which respectively took second and third place as the largest importers in June. In this way, the flow remained positive and the trend is towards closing with an increase in exported volumes this year”, said the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the survey by state, Santa Catarina continues to be the main pork exporter in Brazil, with 337 thousand tons shipped between January and June, a number 5.1% higher than that recorded in the same period last year, followed by Rio Grande do Sul, with 131 thousand tons (-2.5%), Paraná, with 80.2 thousand tons (-1.6%), Mato Grosso, with 17.5 thousand tons (+40.3%) and Mato Grosso do Sul, with 12.6 thousand tons (-2.8%).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the survey by country, China was the destination of 127.9 thousand tons in the first half of this year (-40.3% compared to the same period of the previous year), followed by the Philippines, with 84.2 thousand tons (+65 .3%), Hong Kong, with 51.9 thousand tons (-15.1%), Chile, with 50.3 thousand tons (+21.7%), Singapore, with 41.4 thousand tons (+19. 5%) and Japan, with 37.5 thousand tons (+107.3%).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"It is also worth highlighting the continued growth in exports to all countries in North America and South America, with important increases in sales to Chile and Peru. These are indicators of the new Brazilian strategy, which has increasingly invested in expanding the capillarity of pork exports", highlights Luís Rua, markets director at ABPA.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-15 00:10:44 | 2025-07-08 15:08:20 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7550 | Better prices moderate sentiment in Australian sheepmeat sector according to survey | Australian sheep producers’ confidence continues to be impacted by broader climatic and market conditions, according to the latest Sheep Producer Intentions Survey (SPIS), released by Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) and Australian Wool Innovation (AWI). | <p><span lang="DE">However, sentiment has improved in the among sheep producers since the last survey in October 2023, with sentiment rising by 46 points to a nett sentiment score of +4, with this result attributable to improved commodity prices over the summer.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Wool producers recorded a more pessimistic opinion of the industry compared to the last survey, down 9 points to a nett sentiment of -24. This was due to producers considering potentially worsening weather conditions in Victoria, Tasmania and South Australia.<br /><br />Despite sheep producers recording an increase in sentiment compared to the most recent survey, this is well below the result recorded in May 2023 of +27 nett sentiment.<br /><br />According to Manager for Market Information at MLA, Stephen Bignell, there are several factors that led to this survey result.<br /><br />"Price volatility, inconsistent weather and various political discussions have had a varied impact on producer sentiment across the country. Producers in Queensland (+33), New South Wales (+21) and Victoria (+12) had positive outlooks for the industry, while producers in South Australia (-1), Tasmania (-5) and Western Australia (-64) had negative outlooks", Mr Bignell said.<br /><br />"It is evident from the feedback provided and analysis undertaken that producers around Australia are feeling pressure from a range of factors, and some regions are experiencing this more acutely".<br /><br />"Feedback was sought from producers over the period 1 May to 3 June 2024. During this period, the Australian Government announced that it would introduce legislation to phase out the exporting of live sheep by sea by 2028. This has had an impact on sentiment not only in Western Australia, but in other states as well".<br /><br />The May 2024 survey had a specific focus on understanding the profile of Australia’s breeding ewes and wether flocks. Of the estimated 47 million breeding ewes on hand, Merinos (61%), prime lambs (15%) and first cross (12%) are the dominant breed types on hand, accounting for 88% of the total breeding ewe flock.<br /><br />At the producer level (when considering each producer equal), there is more conservative planning than in previous surveys with:<br />• 22% indicating they would increase their breeding ewe flock size<br />• 36% indicating it would remain unchanged<br />• 42% indicating they would decrease their breeding ewe flock size.<br /><br />Mr Bignell noted that the intention to reduce breeding ewe numbers was strongest in Western Australia.<br /><br />"Western Australian producers are forecasting a decrease in breeding ewe flock numbers in the next 12 months, a result which may have ongoing impacts for the national flock", Mr Bignell said.<br /><br />Producers were also asked their total numbers of wethers and lambs (excluding ewe lambs and hoggets intended for breeding). As of 30 April 2024, producers recorded 8.6 million wethers and 14 million lambs.<br /><br />The Sheep Producer Intentions Survey was designed by MLA and AWI to support the industry with reliable data and is used by MLA and the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). It is one of the inputs into the MLA sheepmeat industry forecasting models.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-16 00:05:10 | 2025-07-09 02:55:10 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7551 | US invests $110 million in meat and poultry processing | To date, the Biden-Harris Administration has invested a total of over $700 million in 48 states and Puerto Rico for projects that help to expand the nation’s independent meat and poultry processing capacity | <p style="font-weight: 400;">U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the Biden-Harris Administration is making investments that will strengthen American food supply chains, increase independent meat and poultry processing capacity, create more, new and better markets for producers, and lower food costs.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Thanks to funding from President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, USDA is investing nearly $110 million through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) and the Local Meat Capacity (Local MCap) Grant Program.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The Biden-Harris Administration and USDA are advancing a sustainable vision of agriculture that prioritizes the needs of hardworking producers and small businesses and keeps rural communities strong", said Secretary Vilsack. "Thanks to historic resources from President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, USDA is working to give farmers and ranchers a fairer chance to compete in the marketplace, which will increase local food options and lower costs for American families".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The investments are part of USDA’s efforts to create a more competitive agricultural system, advance President Biden’s Investing in America Agenda, and support the Administration’s Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain, which dedicates resources to expand independent processing capacity. Together these actions help to lower food costs by spurring competition and strengthening supply chains.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">USDA is partnering with the New Hampshire Community Loan Fund to provide more than $83 million in grants to 24 independent processors in 15 states under the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP). The funding, made available through President Biden’s American Rescue Plan, will help build new processing plants, create hundreds of jobs, give local producers and entrepreneurs better business opportunities, and give consumers more options at the grocery store. For example:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Simla Frozen Food Locker Co. LLC is receiving a $450,000 grant to build a new facility across the street from their existing facility in rural Colorado to expand their processing capacity. The company processes, beef, hogs, chicken, turkeys, lamb, goats, and wild game. This project will allow the family-run business to receive USDA inspection and sell locally-produced proteins into wholesale markets such as restaurants and grocery stores. The company expects to serve 160 additional producers and create four full-time jobs through this project.</li> <li>McRez Packing International LLC is receiving a $390,000 grant to refurbish a previously mothballed industrial facility in New York to expand processing capacity. The company is a new small processor of cattle, hogs, chicken, turkey, sheep, and goats. Their target customers are local, underserved farmers and dairy and beef producers. The project is expected to serve up to 2,500 new producers and create 110 full-time jobs.</li> <li>North State Processing LLC is receiving a $10 million grant to build a new facility in Hamlet, North Carolina to process cattle, ostrich, emu, water buffalo and alpaca. A new processing company created by local and experienced North Carolina producers, the company anticipates serving 37 producers and creating 54 full-time jobs through this project.</li> <li>NF Packing Inc. is receiving a $1.4 million grant to build and equip a new processing facility for its start-up business in Walworth County, Wisconsin. The company anticipates serving 75 producers and creating 20 full-time jobs as a result of this project.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">USDA’s Rural Development has provided 59 awards totaling over $291.4 million through MPPEP to expand processing capacity and strengthen the food supply chain. MPPEP is funded by President Biden’s American Rescue Plan.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Local Meat Capacity Grant Program</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">USDA is awarding $26.9 million to 33 projects in 23 states through the Local Meat Capacity (Local MCap) grant program to expand processing within the meat and poultry industry. Today’s announcement builds on the first round of $9.5 million awarded to 42 projects announced in March 2024.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">This second set of awards through Local MCap is for both Equipment Only and Processing Expansion project types. Simplified equipment only projects fund projects from $10,000 to $250,000 to purchase processing equipment such as meat grinders, stuffers, and smokers. Processing expansion projects are eligible to receive between $100,000 and $5 million to increase processing or rendering capacity through activities such as facility upgrades, equipment purchases, and training. For example:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>White Oak Pastures in Bluffton, Georgia, is a family-owned meat company that will use a Local Meat Capacity grant to support the cost of converting its poultry processing facility into a dual use facility that can also process lambs, goats, and hogs. It is anticipated this will expand their livestock processing capacity by 30%.</li> <li>Nordik Meats is a small, independently owned meat processing facility in Southwest Wisconsin. The business will use a Local Meat Capacity grant to purchase a grinder, a meatball maker, and packaging equipment to expand processing capacity and serve an additional 50 local producers. The equipment will provide local producers with the ability to create new value-added products for local consumers, maximize the value of their animals, utilize byproducts, and increase animal harvest. Nordik Meats will increase the number of livestock processed annually by 100% over two years, implement new processing technologies, train 12 existing staff, hire four new employees, and benefit 350 local small family farms.</li> <li>Seven Hills Food Co. in Lynchburg, Virginia, is a full-service meat packaging company and a wholesaler of premium meat products sourced from small local family farms. The company will use a Local Meat Capacity grant to make plant enhancements to address bottlenecks currently hindering plant capacity while adding rendering capacity, new value-added products, and a farmer liaison for coordinating expanded production. This will support producers and meat companies in achieving the necessary scale, product quality, and efficiencies to access institutional and wholesale accounts.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In April 2023, USDA announced up to $75 million available for Local MCap to fund innovative projects designed to build resilience in the meat and poultry supply chain by providing producers with more local processing options and strengthening their market potential. This grant program is targeted to support meat and poultry processors with smaller-scale projects, with a goal to increase processing availability and variety for local and regional livestock producers. The program is administered by the Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and is authorized by the American Rescue Plan.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-16 00:10:37 | 2025-07-09 01:54:04 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7552 | Chile: Why choose domestic meat instead of imported meat | Ignacio Besoain, the president of Fedecarne gives 5 solid arguments for preferring national beef and explains the benefits that promoting its consumption brings to Chile. | <p>"In Chile, we currently have some of the best meat in the world. We producers are proud to be able to provide consumers with such a noble and nutritious food as beef. We carry out our daily activities thinking, first of all, that our compatriots can bring, to the extent of their possibilities, the best possible products to their homes to feed their families", said Ignacio Besoain.</p> <p>Below I give you 5 reasons why you should choose Chilean meat:</p> <p>1. Quality: National beef is of very high quality, equivalent to the best in the world and even superior to several imported meats, due to the production and processing standards applied in Chile. Local producers follow rigorous practices in cattle management and our meat processing plants are certified with the highest global standards for meat processing, which allows us to guarantee the quality of the final product that we are making available to consumers.</p> <p>2. Animal welfare: Chilean beef's animal welfare standards are among the highest on the planet. Chilean cattle farmers are increasingly committed to the care and well-being of our animals, which translates into more humane and respectful living conditions for livestock and for the people who work in the fields and for our cattle.</p> <p>3. Grass-fed: Beef producers in Chile have production systems where our animals are fed with grass and are free for most of their lives, which not only contributes to the quality of the meat, but also promotes more sustainable and environmentally friendly practices.</p> <p>4. Carbon footprint: Locally produced beef has a low carbon footprint compared to imported beef. INIA studies have shown that there are carbon-neutral farms and that they even capture carbon. If we add to that the transport and logistics associated with importing beef, the most reasonable thing to do is to consume domestic beef to take care of the planet and promote more sustainable production.</p> <p>5. Support for the local economy: Although we know that supermarkets receive imported meat at very low prices, choosing national beef contributes to the economic development of the country, means leaving resources at home, encouraging the creation and maintenance of hundreds of jobs and investment in the national livestock industry. In addition, by buying national beef, we help maintain rural lifestyles and support thousands of producers, the vast majority of whom are peasant families who are dedicated to this activity.</p> <p>In short, consuming national beef in Chile not only guarantees good quality, by knowing the origin and the way it was produced, but also supports the local economy, promotes more sustainable practices, reduces the carbon footprint and keeps the production of this food alive, an industry that gives us prestige. In short, it is a decision that benefits both consumers and the country as a whole.</p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-16 00:15:55 | 2025-07-08 21:42:45 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7553 | Germany: Organic grilling costs 80 percent more than a conventional one | Meat and sausages are still the most popular grilled food among Germans. But the demand for vegan alternatives is increasing. However, those who opt for organic products have to dig deeper into their pockets. An organic grill basket costs 80 percent more than a conventional one, according to a new study by the German Economic Institute (IW). | <p><span lang="DE">Meat, grilled vegetables, salad and bread: these are the classic ingredients that end up on the plate during the barbecue season. If consumers value organic quality, they have to pay significantly more for a barbecue evening. IW economists have now determined how big the price differences are between a conventional, an organic and a vegan barbecue plate. To do this, they put together and compared shopping baskets with typical barbecue ingredients such as meat, grilled vegetables, salad, side dishes and sauces for four people. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The result: At an average of over 48 euros, an organic grill basket is a full 80 percent more expensive than the classic alternative with conventionally produced food (26.86 euros). Organic meat is particularly expensive: an organic sausage costs an average of 5.32 euros and an organic beef steak 5.98 euros more. But the costs for grilled side dishes, especially vegetables such as peppers (+2.28 euros), tomatoes (+2.03 euros) and salad (+1.37 euros), are also higher in organic quality. Those who use vegan products get off cheaper: a plant-based basket is still a little more expensive (+22 percent) than one containing meat, but it is significantly cheaper than the organic version. Per person, you pay more than 12 euros for the organic version, around 6.70 euros for the conventional version and around 8.20 euros for the vegan version. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The high prices are responsible for the fact that organic products have not yet become a mass phenomenon in 2024. Not everyone can afford organic food", says IW economist Adriana Neligan. The reason for this is the additional costs for species-appropriate animal husbandry and environmentally friendly cultivation methods. A larger supply through more agricultural land could significantly reduce production costs. "Organic must become an even more attractive business model. Otherwise, we will not succeed in achieving the goal of converting 30 percent of agricultural land to organic by 2030", says Neligan. "Clearer communication and more transparent presentation of the advantages of organic products could also encourage behavioral changes towards more sustainable purchasing decisions", adds IW economist Jennifer Potthoff. </span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-16 00:20:26 | 2025-07-08 20:14:07 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7554 | SIAVS Experience promotes immersion in animal protein production in Brazil | The immersive experience will be the highlight of a space dedicated to promoting an dive into animal protein production during the International Animal Protein Show (SIAVS), the sector's largest event in Brazil, scheduled between the 6th and 8th of August in Distrito Parque, in São Paulo (SP). | <p><span lang="DE">The immersive experience will be the highlight of a space dedicated to promoting an dive into animal protein production during the International Animal Protein Show (SIAVS), the sector's largest event in Brazil, scheduled between the 6th and 8th of August in Distrito Parque, in São Paulo (SP).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The SIAVS Experience – as the experience is called – will promote a virtual immersion in the various stages of protein production, based on images captured in Brazilian production units, from the field to the industry, in addition to drawing attention to the role of Brazilian proteins in food security global.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The experience will begin with virtual reality, at SIAVS 360º. In it, it will be possible to participate in virtual visits to farms and modern animal protein processing industries in Brazil. The action will feature virtual reality glasses, with videos captured in poultry and pig production units.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">After SIAVS 360º, the visitor will be invited to walk through corridors with an exhibition of panels and videos that show, in practice, the attributes of Brazil's animal protein production chain, such as quality (and the technical aspects that guarantee it to the products Brazilians), health status (and biosecurity) and production sustainability.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We will use technology to integrate experiences and show the public present and those less familiar with production, what we do with quality, health and sustainability with total transparency. Animal protein from Brazil has a global presence, but many do not know the reasons. There, they will get to know each other better", said the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin, highlighting especially the presence of stakeholders, students and wholesale and retail customers, among others.</span></p> | 1 | Events | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-17 00:05:49 | 2025-07-09 02:18:26 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7555 | Hormel Foods launches new SPAM Korean BBQ Flavored variety | The makers of the SPAM® brand are turning up the heat with the official launch of SPAM® Korean BBQ Flavored, a sweet yet spicy variety that features a bold blend of umami and Korean-inspired spices. Now available exclusively at Walmart and Walmart.com, the new flavor is a flavorful tribute to the SPAM® brand’s popularity in Korean culture and the growing trend of Korean BBQ on menus across America. The variety is meant to be sizzled up and enjoyed with family and friends on the grill, over rice or on a toasted bun with kimchi slaw. | <p><span lang="DE">Since the Korean War, SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> products have become a staple in global Korean customs. From its integration into traditional dishes like Budae Jjigae (army stew) to unique gifts during Korea’s Chuseok celebrations, the SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> brand’s taste of comfort and symbol of resilience has made it a piece of Korean heritage that is celebrated around the world.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> Korean BBQ Flavored is a nod to the relationship the SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> brand has to Korean food culture and the ongoing celebration of global tastes", said Jennesa Kinscher, senior brand manager for the SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> brand. "This new variety not only satisfies the comfort and nostalgia our current fans crave, but it also attracts new fans who are eager to try the sweet and zesty flavors that the Korean BBQ dish and experience offers".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">As the brand’s 12th permanent variety, SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> Korean BBQ Flavored maintains the comforting and versatile offering of SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> Classic, but with a tangy twist and aroma that draws fans in to explore rich and complex tastes. The new flavor brings a unique blend of soy sauce, garlic, ginger, paprika and sesame with a hint of spice from gochujang paste, a Korean fermented red chili paste that packs a punch but is well-balanced with sweetness.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">To celebrate the SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> brand’s latest flavor sensation, Esther Choi — New York City Chef of môkbar and Ms Yoo, TV Host, entrepreneur and loyal SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> fan - has teamed up with the brand to help launch SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> Korean BBQ Flavored and has ushered in the new variety to level up some of her signature dishes.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Korean BBQ and the SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> brand are both food and cultural experiences that are best enjoyed together, making this flavor team-up the perfect pairing", Choi said. "With a combo of sweet, salty and spice in this new variety, I suggest bringing the extra sizzle to mealtime by grilling it and pairing it with some kimchi".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">SPAM</span><sup><span lang="DE">®</span></sup><span lang="DE"> Korean BBQ Flavored is now sold exclusively in Walmart stores nationwide, as well as on Walmart.com and SPAM.com.</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-17 00:10:06 | 2025-07-09 00:09:23 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7556 | Topigs Norsvin and Muyuan Foods start a nucleus farm in China | On June 30, a well-organized groundbreaking ceremony marked the start of a nucleus farm near Wuwei in China’s Gansu province. This project is a joint venture between Topigs Norsvin and Muyuan Foods and demonstrates their shared commitment to excellence and progress in pork production in China. | <p><span lang="DE">The new high-health nucleus farm will have a capacity of 1200 sows and will house both maternal and terminal sire lines. It will form the foundation of a breeding infrastructure that will provide high-quality genetics for Muyuan as well as other producers in China.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This groundbreaking ceremony marks the beginning of a deep collaboration between Muyuan and Topigs Norsvin and marks a joint step forward in the field of modern agriculture. Both partners strengthen each other. Topigs Norsvin is a leading and innovative pig breeding company committed to providing high-quality genetics to customers through innovative breeding technology and research. Muyuan Foods is the largest pig farming company in the world. It has earned high recognition and trust in the industry due to its rich experience and excellent market performance.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-17 00:15:06 | 2025-07-08 18:31:50 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7557 | FriGol makes first shipment to Canada | This month, FriGol made its first shipment of beef to Canada, consolidating its strategy of diversifying markets. This achievement reflects the company's commitment to the quality and origin of the protein, meeting the requirements of the most demanding markets. | <p><span lang="DE">The three cattle units of the company are authorized to export to the country.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This first shipment was made from the FriGol unit in Água Azul do Norte, Pará.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">FriGol</span><span lang="DE">, one of the largest and most traditional beef processors in Brazil, ended the first quarter with net revenue of R$822 million, 18% higher than the same period in 2023.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">FriGol is one of the largest and most traditional beef slaughterhouses in Brazil. Founded in 1992 by the Gonzaga Oliveira family, which has been operating in the meat industry since 1970, FriGol is strategically located in the states of São Paulo and Pará. The company currently has a significant presence in the national and international markets, with a presence in over 60 countries throughout South and North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia and Africa.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-18 00:05:36 | 2025-07-08 22:26:34 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7558 | Philippine audit could open the market for Uruguayan meat | The Minister of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries (MGAP), Fernando Mattos, within the framework of his official visit to the Philippines, held a meeting with the Secretary of Agriculture, Francisco Tiu Laurel, to exchange ideas on trade and cooperation interests between both countries. | <p><span lang="DE">Uruguay is highly valued as a supplier of meat, by-products, dairy products, grains, and, in contrast, the Philippines is very well positioned as a supplier of fish products such as tuna.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Uruguay is awaiting an audit of its meat chain by the Philippines and this meeting was a good opportunity for both Secretaries of State to discuss the matter in depth and the next steps they will take in this regard. This technical visit is an important step to continue the process of enabling Uruguay as an exporter of beef, sheep meat and by-products to the Philippine market.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Both Minister Mattos and his Philippine counterpart welcomed the fact that this audit will take place soon and confirmed that, if it turns out positive for Uruguay, the country will be authorized to export these products during the last quarter of the year.</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-18 00:10:38 | 2025-07-08 17:24:12 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7559 | Ball Park celebrates unique hot dog topping mashups this grilling season | The iconic brand invites fans to share their favorite hot dog topping creations for a chance to win the ultimate backyard cookout. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Whether it's ketchup, mustard or even kimchi, Ball Park brand knows summertime grilling means a million different ways to dress a hot dog. While there may be as many ways to top a hot dog as there are Americans across the nation to enjoy them, the brand is on a mission to help people celebrate the great taste we all have in common. After all, 96% of Americans agree people should be free to put whatever condiments they like on their hot dogs.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Starting on July 17, National Hot Dog Day, through August 17, Ball Park brand is celebrating freedom of hot dog expression by challenging fans to post their unique hot dog topping mashups for a chance to win the ultimate backyard cookout on the last day of summer. Added perks include a personal hot dog vendor and toppings bar of their dreams. To enter, fans can post their wacky hot dog-topping creations to TikTok using #HotDogHotTakes and tagging @BallParkBrand. From a sweet-and-savory mix to a spicy surprise, the possibilities are endless.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Hot dog fans nationwide can also get in on the fun by texting the phrase “hot dog hot takes” to the brand’s Hot Dog Hotline: 479-348-2255 (B-A-L-L). The Hotline provides 24/7 public access to exclusive grilling tips, recipe inspiration and official #HotDogHotTakes from July 17 through September 2.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We know how passionate consumers are about their hot dog toppings, from quirky personal preferences to hardline regional styles", said Michael Roslen, Senior Brand Manager, Ball Park brand. "Not only are we encouraging consumers to share their unique ‘Hot Dog Hot Takes,’ but we’re also providing public access to our Hot Dog Hotline to help fire up new recipe ideas for this grilling season".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Hot dog lovers everywhere may be surprised that:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>82% of Americans believe there’s no wrong way to dress a hot dog.</li> <li>59% of Americans who dress their hot dogs choose cheese, making it the nation’s most popular hot dog topping.</li> <li>41% of Americans enjoy non-traditional condiments like BBQ sauce, ranch dressing, sriracha or savory jam.</li> <li>Nearly 8 in 10 hot dog dressers use multiple toppings on their hot dogs.</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">One lucky winner will be selected to receive the ultimate backyard cookout to bid farewell to summer the Ball Park brand way. No purchase is necessary. Open to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia who are the age of majority for that state (eighteen years or older). Entry period ends August 17, 2024.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Ball Park brand offers a variety of hot dogs such as Prime beef, Angus beef, 100% beef, classic and turkey franks. Ball Park franks plump when you cook them for a deliciously juicy bite every time. The brand’s wide range of hot dog varieties make it easy to satisfy summertime cravings during any season.</p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-18 00:15:43 | 2025-07-09 03:25:01 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7560 | JBS Foods Canada will invest $90 million in a new patty processing line | JBS Foods Canada has qualified for Alberta’s Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit program by expanding its beef processing facility in Brooks. | <p><span lang="DE">Alberta beef is known around the world for its premium quality and great taste, produced with the highest standards of food safety, animal care, biosecurity and environmental stewardship. The province is home to farmers and ranchers who uphold this reputation in raising their cows, as well as world-class beef manufacturing facilities. In 2023, Alberta beef production totalled almost one million tonnes, with meat product sales totalling $12.2 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">To attract even more large-scale investment in agri-food manufacturing, Alberta’s government introduced the Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit program in spring 2023. The program provided incentive for JBS Foods Canada ULC (JBS Canada) to invest about $90 million in a new patty processing line and fulfillment centre at its Brooks plant. With the expansion, JBS Canada will produce almost seven million more kilograms of beef patties every year for restaurants in Western Canada.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"JBS is a cornerstone in Brooks, creating jobs and ensuring Alberta’s world-renowned beef makes it to the millions who love to eat it. This expansion is great news for JBS, Brooks and Alberta as a whole, showing the importance of our Agri-Processing Investment Tax Credit. Our local and provincial economies are growing and that’s exciting to see", said </span><span lang="DE">Danielle Smith, Premier of Alberta and MLA for Brooks-Medicine Hat.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"This tax credit program is building on Alberta’s existing competitive advantages for agri-food companies and the primary producers that supply them. This facility expansion will allow JBS Canada to increase its beef production capacity, which means more Alberta beef patties on the grill in restaurants across the country", said </span><span lang="DE">RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">JBS Canada is also developing a state-of-the-art fulfilment centre to help accommodate its increased production. The processing line and warehouse expansion are already underway and are expected to be complete by fall 2025. The project will create up to 24 permanent jobs and 170 temporary jobs.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">To be considered for the tax credit program, corporations must invest at least $10 million in a project to build or expand a value-added agri-processing facility in Alberta. The program offers a 12 per cent non-refundable tax credit base on eligible capital expenditures. JBS Canada has received conditional approval to have a tax credit estimated at $10.7 million.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"JBS Canada’s facility expansion is an important step towards meeting the demand for Alberta beef products. Agri-food production is a major economic force in our province and this tax credit program is attracting even more growth and development for the industry", </span><span lang="DE">Grant Hunter, parliamentary secretary for Agrifood Development.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We are so pleased to be making this more than $90-million investment at our Brooks beef processing facility. It significantly enhances our value-added processing and fulfilment capabilities and was possible in no small part due to Alberta’s tax credit for agri-processors", said </span><span lang="DE">Celio Fritche, president, JBS Foods Canada.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-18 00:20:38 | 2025-07-09 00:26:51 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7561 | FAMBRAS HALAL will be at SIAVS presenting the potential of the Halal market | FAMBRAS Halal, the first Halal certifier in Brazil and the largest in Latin America, is a confirmed presence at the International Animal Protein Show (SIAVS), the largest production chain event in Brazil promoted by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). The Exhibition will take place in the city of São Paulo, between the 6th and 8th of August, in the Anhembi District. | <p><span lang="DE">At the event, the certifier intends to clarify to the market what the Halal concept is and what the certification is that allows the export of animal protein - poultry and cattle - to Muslim-majority countries. "Halal is a concept born in the Islamic tradition that means "permitted" and this extends to food. Muslims consume Halal products because they know that they are safe, do not harm their health and have not affected animal welfare and the environment in their production process, among other attributes", explains Omar Chahine, director of Commercial Intelligence at FAMBRAS Halal.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">To certify that a product is Halal, it goes through a rigorous certification process. Through laboratory, documentary and audit evaluations, it is necessary to prove that the product follows the precepts of the Islamic religion and what determines the main international product manufacturing standards.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the case of animal protein, slaughter also needs to follow specific rituals that guarantee the animal's well-being.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">According to the Secretariat of Trade and International Relations, Brazil sells Halal chicken meat to more than 30 countries. In 2023, more than 2.2 million tons and more than US$3.9 billion were exported. The Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (ABIEC) reported that, last year, exports to Muslim-majority countries represented more than 15% of Brazilian beef exports, with more than 330 thousand tons and revenues of US$ 1.3 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"There is still a lot of room for Brazilian protein producers", said Chahine. "There are about two billion Muslims in the world. In 2050, this contingent will be 2.8 billion people, according to statistics from the United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) and the International Monetary Fund (IMF)".</span></p> | 1 | Events | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-19 00:05:04 | 2025-07-09 02:23:34 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7562 | JBS launches tool that expands socio-environmental monitoring in the livestock chain | Consultation via the WhatsApp application is another practical service channel for producers from all over Brazil who seek socio-environmental compliance from their suppliers. | <p>JBS now has the support of a new platform for free consultations on the socio-environmental situation of the livestock supply chain. Named 'Cowbot', the tool can be used by livestock farmers who supply or do not supply to JBS as a consultation prior to negotiation, contributing to the traceability of the third-party supply chain.</p> <p><span lang="DE">Through a <em>chat</em> that interacts with interested parties, the company offers the same information used to track its supply chain free of charge. To do so, the user simply needs to share with the <em>bot</em> the geolocation data or CAR number of the property they are negotiating with.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In just a few minutes, the tool can inform you whether or not a property complies with socio-environmental criteria, such as not being located in deforested areas, indigenous or quilombola lands, or environmental conservation units. The property also cannot have environmental embargoes. The tool can be used to check the compliance of any rural property, including purchases of grains and other agricultural commodities. To use the service, prior registration is required.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Since it began operating at the beginning of the year, Cowbot has received over 2,600 hits. Up until May, 533 requests for analysis were registered per month, an average of 124 per week and 21 per day. "The tool was developed so that our suppliers can quickly and easily perform a search. It is another action in our transparency strategy and an invitation for direct suppliers to monitor their own supply chain", explains Fábio Dias, Friboi’s Livestock Director and leader of Regenerative Agriculture at JBS Brazil. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The company's goal is to facilitate the traceability of the commodity chain throughout the country, in the same way as the Transparent Livestock platform. "And most importantly, the cattle farmer can do all this in just three minutes before buying cattle", notes the executive. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The Transparent Livestock Platform is a pioneering initiative by JBS in the sector. Within a free online platform, using blockchain technology, it allows all cattle supplier transactions to be recorded, increasing transparency in the cattle production chain throughout the country. "The initiative contributes to the evolution of national livestock farming and reinforces the sustainability of each of the operations involved, with full guarantee of data security, integrity and confidentiality", explains Dias.</span></p> | 1 | Technology | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-19 00:10:27 | 2025-07-09 02:58:33 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7563 | Chefs serve British Lion eggs, but knowledge gaps around egg safety remain | A new survey from The Staff Canteen, the UK’s leading chef network, has found that while British Lion eggs are widely served and their food safety credentials are well understood, there is confusion around serving imported eggs to vulnerable groups. | <p><span lang="DE">While 83% of respondents said they use British Lion eggs, and awareness of the world-leading food safety standards of British Lion eggs is strong (90%), there are still significant gaps in knowledge around imported eggs. Shockingly, 37% of respondents were unaware that imported eggs are not approved by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) to be served runny to vulnerable groups.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Gary Ford, Chief Executive at the British Egg Industry Council, said: “British Lion eggs are FSA approved so operators can confidently serve them to customers however they like, including runny to vulnerable groups. Imported eggs do not come with the same assurances.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"These knowledge gaps could seriously impact the safety and well-being of any vulnerable groups choosing to eat in these establishments, as well as the reputation of those businesses.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We strongly urge the hospitality industry to ensure that they are meeting their due diligence requirements and serving British Lion eggs to vulnerable groups".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">With ongoing food safety incidents involving eggs and egg products produced outside the UK, food safety expert and British Lion eggs Ambassador, Sterling Crew, emphasised the importance of choosing British Lion eggs: "The safety record of British Lion eggs seems to have left people with the impression that all eggs are safe to serve to vulnerable groups. This is not true and is very concerning - chefs need to think carefully about what’s on the menu. My message is to check every egg, every time to make sure they have the Lion on.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The British Lion Code of Practice is the most comprehensive food safety scheme I’m aware of and is not only a sensible precaution, but is also a great way to give your customers peace of mind by demonstrating that your business takes food safety and provenance seriously".</span></p> | 1 | Retail | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-19 00:15:10 | 2025-07-08 19:42:57 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7564 | Communication and sustainability in the pig sector, present in the UCM summer courses | Communication and the triple economic, social and environmental sustainability of the white pig sector in Spain have been the focus of one of the summer courses of the Complutense University of Madrid (UCM), which have addressed the most effective strategies to convey to society with official data the true reality of this sector. | <p><span lang="DE">During the course, organised by INTERPORC, the different speakers demonstrated with figures and results "that there is a false account of the pork industry based on <em>fake news</em> and images from a past that no longer exists".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In contrast, scientific data show a sector that "is an international example in the implementation of clean technologies, biosecurity, animal welfare and food safety". The result "is a sector that is economically, socially and environmentally sustainable".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Economically, "its positive trade balance is 8.4 billion". Socially, "it generates 415,000 direct, indirect and induced jobs; with a large share of female employment and the constant creation of opportunities for young people; in addition to being fundamental for employment in small municipalities in Spain". And in environmental terms, its results speak for themselves. Between 1990 and 2022, it has reduced, per head of livestock, its GHG emissions by 43.6% and ammonia emissions by 49%. Today, pork only accounts for 2.58% of the total GHG emissions in Spain.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Based on this reality, various presentations addressed how to properly transfer this information to consumers, public administrations and society in general.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The course was inaugurated by Dr. Montaña Cámara, professor of the Department of Nutrition and Food Science of the Faculty of Pharmacy of the UCM; and Miguel Ángel Higuera, director of ANPROGAPOR, who made a presentation of the Spanish pork sector.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Next, Sandra Sotillo, CEO of TrustMaker, presented 'ESG Communication as a Lever for Trust'; Rosa Mª Cámara, Assistant Professor in the Department of Nutrition and Food Science at the UCM Faculty of Pharmacy, spoke about 'Identifying Sustainability Elements in Food'; Cristina Marí, from the INTERPORC Sustainability Department, explained 'Triple Sustainability in the Pork Sector'; and Lucho Galán, Director of Making Known – Strategic Communication, spoke about 'False Myths vs. Reality in the Pork Sector'.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The latter also participated alongside Antonio González de Bulnes, researcher, university professor and head of Biotechnology at Grupo Jorge, in a Round Table moderated by Montaña Cámara.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Finally, the course was closed by Cristina Marí, who thanked all the students for attending and invited them "to adequately communicate the truth about a sector, the white-coated pig sector, and about some people, its professionals, who have established sustainability in their DNA and who, with total honesty and pride in a job well done, contribute every day with their effort to leave future generations a better and more sustainable planet". The closing ceremony ended with a tasting and cutting of white ham by master carver Mayla Gutiérrez.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-19 00:20:28 | 2025-07-08 08:17:24 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7565 | Eight Korean beef buyers visit Irish farms and processors | Bord Bia hosted eight beef buyers from South Korea on a tour of Ireland, visiting beef farms and meat processors. The group, which included leading meat importers and distributors from South Korea, followed a busy itinerary designed to give them an understanding of the capabilities of Irish beef suppliers and the sustainable practices on Irish beef farms. | <p><span lang="DE">Following visits to meat processors during the week, the buyers enjoyed a tour of John Purcell’s farm near Golden, County Tipperary on Wednesday, July 17th. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Joe Moore, South Korea and Japan Manager with Bord Bia, commented: </span><span lang="DE">“We’re pleased to welcome these influential buyers to Ireland this week to learn more about Irish beef production across the supply chain. We have been building ties with Korean buyers over many years, aided by EU co-funded campaigns and trade missions. By inviting buyers to Ireland, we demonstrate Ireland’s commitment to the Korean market while helping to build long lasting commercial relationships.” </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In May, Ministers Charlie McConalogue and Martin Heydon announced the opening of the South Korean market for Irish beef after an extensive approval process, with seven plants approved to supply the market. In September, Bord Bia will host a Government-led trade mission to South Korea where Irish beef will be formally launched to consumers. This follows from a previous Government trade mission to Seoul held in 2019 and a ‘Team Ireland’ trade mission to Korea in 2023. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The visit was organised by Bord Bia as part of an EU co-funded campaign to promote Irish and European beef and lamb across South Korea, Japan, China and the US. Now in its final year, the three-year campaign has invested €4.8 million across the four markets.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Joe Moore continued: "</span><span lang="DE">Although South Korea is a competitive beef market, dominated by grain-fed imports, there are opportunities for Irish beef to cater for consumers looking for pasture-raised, high quality, and nutritious beef. There has been strong and immediate interest from the Korean trade in Irish beef with several significant contracts already in place. Bord Bia will continue to facilitate engagement between Irish beef processors and Korean customers this summer ahead of the autumn trade mission". </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The current EU campaign in South Korea builds on a previous campaign implemented by Bord Bia that engaged with over 650 Korean customers and ran from 2019-2021.</span></p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-20 00:05:03 | 2025-07-08 10:23:56 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7566 | Germany: Experimental slaughterhouse opened in Schwarzenau | A new research and testing center for pigs is being built at the Schwarzenau state farm. An essential component of this is the new experimental slaughterhouse. This was officially opened in July 13, 2024, in the presence of the Bavarian Minister of Agriculture, Michaela Kaniber. A new animal welfare barn is also due to open there soon. | <p><span lang="DE">"The modern slaughterhouse, which has the highest standards in terms of animal welfare and occupational safety, is intended to set new standards in Bavaria", explained Kaniber at the inauguration of the new experimental slaughterhouse in Schwarzenau. </span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We are supporting our pig farms and giving them the tools to make pig farming future-proof. In doing so, we are of course facing up to social challenges such as animal welfare, environmental and climate protection", said the minister. For her, meat consumption with regional products is clearly part of a varied human diet. That is why she is committed to ensuring that animal welfare, consumer interests and rural agricultural structures are brought into harmony in Bavaria.</span></p> | 1 | Industry | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-20 00:16:23 | 2025-07-09 01:35:44 | Details Edit Delete | |
| 7567 | UK: Concerning trend underlines prime lamb number fall | UK abattoir sheep throughput figures for June reveal a “concerning trend” with sheep numbers slaughtered substantially down in the first six months of this year compared to 2023. | <p><span lang="DE">Some 5.4 million prime lambs were processed in the first six months of the year, nine per cent down year-on-year and six per cent below 2022 levels.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This new data is detailed in Hybu Cig Cymru-Meat Promotion Wales’ (HCC) July <em>Market Bulletin</em> and Editor Glesni Phillips said it represented a "concerning trend" of consecutive lower numbers. “This nine per cent fewer prime lambs equates to a weighty 564,400 head on 2023 numbers and is a knock-on effect of the information we saw in the 2023 June survey, which registered a ten per cent fall in sheep numbers.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"It depicts a concerning and successive year-on-year trend of a shrinking flock that could have sizeable repercussions for critical mass and lower production in Wales", she said.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In total, there were 6.1 million sheep and lambs slaughtered at UK abattoirs up until June, representing a significant ten per cent (or 699,200 head) decline from the previous year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"However, there may be a few chinks of light within these darker statistics, as they also include adult sheep numbers dropping as well- so it’s possible some could be kept back for further breeding", said Glesni, who is HCC’s Intelligence, Analysis & Business Insight Executive.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">She said throughput of adult sheep in the period was significantly below year-earlier levels, down 16 per cent to 688,600 head, which is the lowest level recorded since the first six months of 2020. Consequently, the total volume of sheep meat produced Jan-July 2024 is eight per cent lower than year-earlier levels, at 129,400 tonnes.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Another factor could be that the weather is impacting on grass growth and setting back finishing until after June- but all in all, the numbers are some way behind where we would have thought they would be at this time of year", said Glesni.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">She said the lower figures were despite abattoirs recording higher slaughter numbers in January and February compared to the previous year. “The subsequent four months saw significantly lower levels than in 2023. Numbers increased slightly in March due to demand surrounding Easter and Ramadan, but New Season Lambs have generally been slower to come forward, resulting in numbers being five per cent below the five-year average.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Due to natural supply trends in the UK, peak supply typically occurs in the latter half of the year, with numbers reaching around 6.3 million head in the second half of last year. Given the smaller female breeding flock reported in the December survey, the 2024-25 lamb crop is expected to be fewer than the previous year’s and is very likely to lead to an overall reduction in numbers".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">During the first half of 2024, the total throughput of cattle at UK abattoirs reached 1.4 million head according to the latest Defra figures. This represents a one per cent increase (or 15,900 head) compared to Jan-June 2023 and is also one per cent higher than the five-year average for the same period.</span></p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2024-07-21 00:05:28 | 2025-07-09 01:04:49 | Details Edit Delete |
