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8492 | Romania: Carmistin has inaugurated one of the largest poultry facility in the EU | Following an investment of approximately 80 million euros, Carmistin The Food Company has inaugurated, in Francesti, Valcea County, Romania the most complex poultry production facility in the region and one of the largest in the European Union. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">With this project, developed on a 6 hectares plot of land and having a total built area of 25,000 sqm, the Carmistin Group becomes the most efficient poultry producer in Romania, with a production capacity of 120,000 tons of meat/year, according to information provided by the company.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>High-performance equipment for production optimization</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Representing a benchmark of innovation, architecture and design in the food industry, the new factory was designed to meet top technological and operational standards and the demanding requirements of modern commerce today.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The equipment, most of which operates with the help of artificial intelligence, was chosen for increased efficiency and food safety and for the best possible optimization of processes. Thus, the ATLAS poultry transport system from farms, recently launched worldwide, is considered the most efficient in terms of animal welfare - an aspect particularly important for Carmistin The Food Company and its top brand, La Provincia.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Impaq software generates information about the working mode of the primary processing and makes it possible to analyze in real time the efficiency of the equipment, as well as reduce downtime. The Iris system, in turn, automatically ensures the selection of carcasses by quality class, helping to optimize production, but also to detect the causes of downgrading, while a set of 5 calibration robots integrated in the flow makes it possible to optimize weights by product type.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">From the new production unit, the company already delivers products under the La Provincia brand for the domestic market, but also products for export, to over 30 countries, from fresh meat to a multitude of sliced pieces, adapted to all the requirements and preferences of consumers everywhere.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Fully integrated food chain</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Francesti project was designed and built on the fully integrated food chain model, promoted by the Carmistin Group for two decades and which, in harmony with global trends, today translates into innovation, freshness and a responsible and sustainable way of ensuring production and farming. Thus, the company has simultaneously consolidated its entire value chain, from the production of agricultural inputs (cereals, seeds, feed) and incubators, to breeding and growing farms, processing, packaging, logistics, distribution and its own network of retail stores nationwide.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition to increasing production capacities, the new factory also generates a strong socio-economic impact in the area, currently operating with a team of almost 1,000 people, of which 600 are new employees, following an intense recruitment process carried out over the past few months.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Such an investment is proof that innovation and state-of-the-art technology can be perfectly harmonized with the responsible development of a large-scale local business. With the Francesti project, we will redefine not only the standards in local food production, but also the way the food industry is perceived. For us, the Carmistin The Food Company team, and especially for the extraordinary people who contributed to its realization, this jewel-like project was and will always remain a unique experience - human, professional and life. I thank to all my colleagues for understanding that, at the center of all our concerns, there is always the concern to ensure the market food at the highest standards of quality, trust and safety", declares Justin Paraschiv, founder and president of Carmistin The Food Company.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Evolution of meat consumption</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to the latest RaboResearch analyses, the consumption of poultry meat worldwide continues to grow, in 2025, with an estimated annual rate of 2.5% - 3%, due to the competitive position that chicken meat has compared to other proteins. Europe, including Romania, is one of the regions with the strongest demand, supported by stable prices, consumer preference for responsibly obtained products and the availability of quality local products.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In Romania, the consumption of poultry meat has registered a constant increase in recent years, consolidating its position as the main source of animal protein. This evolution is supported both by the economic dynamics, which maintain poultry meat as an affordable option, and by the change in consumption behavior, increasingly oriented towards healthy, reliable, locally produced foods. Poultry meat remains at the top of preferences also due to its culinary versatility and dietary character.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For Carmistin The Food Company, this trend is confirmed by the commercial results recorded in the last 3 years, with an increase that reflects the consumer confidence in its own brand, La Provincia.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This investment was considered impetuously necessary to consolidate the brand, to increase production and to become number 1 in poultry meat production in Romania, in terms of market share", says Gabriel Craciun, General Manager of the Chicken Division at Carmistin The Food Company.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>About Carmistin The Food Company</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Carmistin The Food Company is currently positioned among the first food producers in Romania and in first place in the hierarchy of meat producers at national level. The group includes over 50 companies active in the production of poultry meat and eggs, pig farming, cattle farming, but also in cereal production, by capitalizing on over 8,000 hectars of agricultural land. All these resources together support operational independence, on the one hand, and the consistent quality of the food produced by the Group's companies, on the other.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-21 00:30:08 | 2025-08-11 22:43:51 | Details Edit Delete | |
8491 | Sial China: IPCVA signed a strategic agreement with the JD.COM platform | SIAL China 2025 kicked off with good news for Argentine beef. During the first day, the Argentine Beef Promotion Institute (IPCVA) signed a strategic collaboration agreement with JD.COM, one of China's leading e-commerce platforms, recognized for its massive reach, proprietary logistics, and its position as the preferred channel for local consumers purchasing fresh produce. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, continuing the public-private interaction for the consolidation and opening of markets, IPCVA authorities met with Esteban Marzorati, Secretary of Industry and Commerce of the Nation; Agustín Tejeda, Undersecretary of Agricultural Markets; Marcelo Suárez Salvia, Ambassador to China; and Luciano Tanto Clement, Consul in Shanghai.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agreement with <a href="http://jd.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://JD.COM&source=gmail&ust=1747897008338000&usg=AOvVaw0feoVbC48D9aeYh_qWhrtz">JD.COM</a></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agreement was signed by Georges Breitschmitt, president of the IPCVA, and Li Ranxin, general manager of <a href="http://jd.com/" data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://JD.COM&source=gmail&ust=1747897008338000&usg=AOvVaw0feoVbC48D9aeYh_qWhrtz">JD.COM</a>'s Beef and Sheep Business, during the major fair in which the Institute is participating alongside 26 exporting companies in the impressive 1,150 m² Argentine Beef pavilion.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agreement represents a major step forward in the international promotion strategy for Argentine beef, as it not only increases the visibility of the Argentine Beef brand within China's most influential digital ecosystem, but also opens up new opportunities for direct engagement with end consumers.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The alliance includes concrete actions such as digital marketing campaigns, live broadcasts with leading figures, tastings, food festivals, content creation, and a prominent presence on the platform. In addition, JD is committed to continuing to expand the offering and quality of Argentine beef in its store, while the IPCVA will provide institutional support, promotional materials, and technical assistance.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">One of the most important aspects is the exchange of consumer data and information, which will allow IPCVA and Argentine exporters to access real-time analyses of Chinese buyer behavior, market trends, and the performance of promotional activities. This commercial intelligence will be key to adjusting positioning strategies, identifying valuable niches, and adapting offerings to Chinese consumer preferences.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"This agreement means we're entering a privileged space in Chinese e-commerce with a professional strategy focused on building a brand and generating value". Breitschmitt said after the signing.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For his part, Li Ranxin emphasized that "Argentine beef has an excellent reputation in the Chinese market, and we see enormous growth potential in segments that value quality, traceability, and flavor. This alliance allows us to work together to seize that opportunity".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In a complex global environment marked by new regulations, trade tensions, and growing competition between exporting countries, the IPCVA thus consolidates a smart, long-term promotional strategy anchored in high-impact institutional and technological alliances.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The signing of the agreement is part of the promotional activities that the IPCVA has been carrying out in China for years.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-21 00:25:42 | 2025-08-11 12:52:52 | Details Edit Delete | |
8489 | Progress in Friland driven by exports and a strong position in Denmark | Revenue in Friland is increasing, even though fewer animals are being slaughtered. The progress is mainly driven by organic pork, which has a strong position in Danish retail and sells well for export. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Consumer demand for organic meat has really returned after a decline in 2021 and 2022. Therefore, the first half of 2024/25 has been good for Friland. Revenue has increased by four percent despite a decline in slaughterings of four percent across Friland's three concepts. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The increase in revenue is driven by a strong increase in sales of organic pork, which is strong in the Danish retail trade. This is largely driven by a major new collaboration on retail-packed organic pork and a new cold cuts series on the shelves of most Danish supermarkets. At the same time, there are solid export sales, which contribute to the increase. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It has been six months where we have seen positive developments across a broad front. We have a very good collaboration with all our key customers, and with the new cold cuts series we have strengthened our presence in the Danish refrigerated counters. At the same time, we have seen increasing demand in almost all export markets, and overall this means that we have been able to pay a fair price to our suppliers", says Søren Tinggaard, CEO of Friland. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The free-range concept Organic Cattle maintains the same turnover as the first half of 2023/24, even though the number of slaughters has decreased by three percent. The market for beef and veal is generally characterized by low supply, and this has driven up prices. Also for organic. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Therefore, Søren Tinggaard is satisfied with the first half of 2024/25 and points to progress in Danish retail and good exports, especially to Germany. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Demand for organic beef has increased, even though prices have been rising because there have been fewer animals. It is both Danish and foreign consumers who demand organic beef, and therefore we have been able to maintain our turnover, even though the number of slaughters has decreased", says Søren Tinggaard. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In Friland's only non-organic concept, FRILANDSGRIS, revenue will decline in the first half of 2024/25. However, the decline in revenue is smaller than the decline in the number of animals slaughtered, which is positive. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"For FRILANDSGRIS, we have really good collaborations both in Danish retail and foodservice. The number of slaughtered animals has fallen by 10 percent in the first half of 2024/25, but revenue only fell by five percent. The challenge for FRILANDSGRIS is the utilization rate of the pig, and we are working to raise that. Overall, we are in a good place in Friland right now, but we must continue to optimize our sales so that we ensure our suppliers an income that enables them to continue developing their farms", says Søren Tinggaard. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-21 00:15:06 | 2025-08-11 17:03:29 | Details Edit Delete | |
8487 | MLA: Unpacking the latest insights for the global goatmeat market | Meat & Livestock Australia (MLA) has released its 2025 Global Goat Snapshot, offering a comprehensive and timely analysis of Australia's leading role in the global goatmeat market. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The snapshot delves into the intricacies of supply and demand, providing an overview of essential aspects such as domestic production, supply volumes, pricing, export figures and market access conditions. It also features an analysis of Australia's top goat markets with updated insights on trends that underpin current demand and future opportunities. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Key highlights:</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Australian production and supply</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In 2024, Australian goatmeat production surged 47% year-on-year, smashing the previous record set in 2023. Since 2020, production and processing volumes have more than tripled, marking the highest output ever recorded. An expanded flock and increased processing capacity have reshaped the sector’s baseline, ushering in a new era of elevated supply. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Domestic market</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Although Australia is a net exporter, the local market presents growth opportunities, particularly among niche consumer segments. Building on the success of the 2024 Sydney campaign, the second Goat Trail campaign launched in Melbourne earlier this year to raise awareness and improve product accessibility. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Australian exports</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Australia remains the world’s top goatmeat exporter, supplying over half of the global trade volume. In 2024, exports reached a new record volume, 44% above the previous peak set in 2014. A combination of competitive pricing (compared to 2019–2022) and strong demand contributed to a 54% year-on-year rise in total export value. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Exports increased across most key markets. The United States (US) retained its position as the largest market, with volumes more than double those of the next-largest market. South Korea moved to second place, followed by China, which maintained strong demand after a sharp rise in 2023. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">MLA’s Market Insights Analyst, Emiliano Diaz, said MLA’s in-market teams continue to receive strong positive feedback from importers about Australian goatmeat. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The competitive pricing is opening the door to further promote the unique qualities of goatmeat, not only to regular users but also to new consumer segments, building longer-term, sustainable demand", he said. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Key market overview:</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>North America</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The US remains Australia’s largest market, and Canada is also among the top five. North America absorbed much of 2024’s export growth. Goatmeat remains a niche protein in the region, with demand typically concentrated in ethnically-diverse cities. However, increased availability is helping to attract new consumers. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>South Korea</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Since 2019, demand for Australian goatmeat in South Korea has grown, making it a major market for Australia. In the last four years, South Korea recorded record-high import volume and value, accounting for 17% of Australia's total export value in 2024. This means it is the second most valuable market after the US. Increasing consumer interest in the positive health associations of goatmeat has been a significant demand driver. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>China – Mainland</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China significantly increased imports in 2023 and maintained strong demand through 2024, ranking as the third-largest market by volume. Growth has been supported by zero tariffs, competitive pricing and positive importer experiences. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Taiwan</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Taiwan has been a long-standing trade partner. Australia supplies a significant portion of Taiwan's goatmeat imports, accounting for two-thirds of the domestic consumption. Taiwan primarily imports skin-on carcases, which are typically consumed in winter due to the product's association with body strengthening and warming properties. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>The Caribbean</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Caribbean has a large goat flock and a long tradition of enjoying goatmeat. Australia has been a reliable supplier to Trinidad and Tobago for over 30 years. More affordable Australian goatmeat prices have boosted demand from this market since 2022. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-21 00:05:00 | 2025-08-12 02:41:08 | Details Edit Delete | |
8485 | UK–EU trade summit presents opportunity for agri-food exports | The EU remains the UK’s most important market for agri-food exports, informs AHDB. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Based on the 2022–2024 average, the following proportions of UK red meat (fresh, frozen and offal) and dairy exports were sent to the EU:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Beef – 79%</li> <li>Pork – 37%</li> <li>Sheep meat – 94%</li> <li>Cheese – 78%</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The AHDB analysis on prospects for UK agri-food exports has also highlighted that the EU remains one of the best prospects for UK exports due to existing supply chains, markets and relationships.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">While the EU market is a mature market, there are opportunities for UK exports of premium red meat as well as halal products.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Previous analysis has shown that non-tariff measures (NTMs) added 5–8% to costs for exporting livestock products and 2–5% to costs for exporting plant-based products to the EU.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Sarah Baker, AHDB Head of Economics, said:</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Since leaving the EU, added trade friction has disproportionately impacted SME export businesses, most notably with the amount of red tape creating challenges around groupage. Export Health Certificate (EHC) costs have also added an extra financial burden across the industry.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"With recent headlines highlighting trade arrangements with the USA, it remains important not to overlook the EU market. The EU market is and will remain our key trading partner due to our proximity to market and established supply chains. Any agreement that lowers trade friction, smoothing trade between the UK and the EU would be good news for UK agricultural exporters".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Ouafa Doxon, AHDB Head of Market Access, reiterated the importance of the EU as one of the UK’s largest and most valuable trading partners, adding that the trade summit presented a vital opportunity to advance discussions on improving market access and addressing trade barriers that have emerged since Brexit. She said:</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"New regulatory requirements, including veterinary checks, EHCs and administrative red tape have significantly increased costs and complexity for UK meat exporters, disrupting supply chains, reducing competitiveness and constraining growth.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Ahead of the summit, I visited Calais to observe veterinary controls firsthand and engage with French veterinary officials. These discussions reinforced the importance of cooperation in addressing market access challenges and improving the flow of goods.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Constructive dialogue at this summit could help streamline processes and explore solutions such as an SPS agreement, while respecting the UK’s regulatory autonomy. Such progress would be instrumental in facilitating smoother trade flows and ensuring long-term stability for the UK meat industry.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Strengthening market access will benefit UK meat exporters, support food supply chain resilience, and reinforce the UK’s position as a key trading partner with the EU.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We will continue to monitor the details as they emerge".</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-20 00:25:35 | 2025-08-12 02:31:33 | Details Edit Delete | |
8484 | The USDA projects a nearly 5 percent drop in US beef production in 2026 | The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) projected a 4.8% drop in beef production for 2026, with a 1.9% decline in imports and a 4.6% drop in per capita consumption. | <p>Last week, the first forecasts for the beef market for 2026 were released.</p> <p>The report revised the production estimate for 2025 downward, falling 2.1% year-over-year compared to the 1% drop projected in April.</p> <p>Meanwhile, the import projection for 2025 was raised, growing 9.4% compared to 2024. </p> <p>The USDA forecasts that exports will fall 11.3% in 2025 and an additional 6.3% in 2026.</p> <p>Domestic per capita beef consumption in 2026 will fall to 56.4 pounds, compared to 59.1 pounds at the close of this year.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-20 00:20:06 | 2025-08-12 02:31:01 | Details Edit Delete | |
8483 | Mexico reached record cattle exports to the US in 2024 | This increase in exports underscores the importance of Mexican cattle to the US meat supply, where inventories are at historic lows. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Despite blockade attempts by the United States, Mexican cattle exports reached their highest value in history in 2024, according to data from the Agricultural Markets Consulting Group (GCMA). This situation occurs at a time when the northern country is facing its lowest livestock inventory since 1951, making Mexican cattle—of recognized genetic quality-key to its supply.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The recent U.S. decision to restrict Mexican livestock imports has been criticized as unjustified, as northern and central Mexico are free of the cattle screwworm, according to technical information cited by the GCMA. There is no scientific evidence to support a widespread closure of the market.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The GCMA data show a clear trend: exports have maintained an upward trajectory, both in volume and value. In 2024, Mexico exported 1.25 million head of cattle worth over $1.015 billion, far exceeding revenues from previous years.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">From 2014 to 2023, exports have fluctuated between 946,000 and 1.5 million heads, with revenues reaching peaks of over $870 million. This growth is due, in part, to the absence of health restrictions, which has favored an increase in the value per unit exported.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-20 00:15:48 | 2025-08-12 02:35:40 | Details Edit Delete | |
8480 | Bird flu in top chicken exporter Brazil triggers trade bans | Brazil, the world's largest chicken exporter, confirmed its first outbreak of bird flu on a commercial farm last week, triggering a country-wide trade ban from China and state-wide restrictions for other major consumers, according to Reuters. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Brazil exported $10 billion of chicken meat in 2024, accounting for about 35% of global trade.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China, Japan, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are among the main destinations for Brazil's chicken exports.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Brazil's Agriculture Minister Carlos Favaro said that China had banned poultry imports from the country for 60 days. Under agreements with Japan, UAE and Saudi Arabia, he said a trade ban would only restrict shipments from the affected state and, eventually, just the municipality in question.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The outbreak occurred in the city of Montenegro in Brazil's southernmost state of Rio Grande do Sul, the farm ministry said. The state accounts for 15% of Brazilian poultry production and exports, national pork and poultry group ABPA said in July 2024.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">BRF has five processing plants operating in the state. JBS has also invested in local chicken processing plants under its Seara brand.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Veterinary officials have begun isolating the area of the outbreak in Montenegro and culling the remaining birds, in line with protocol, the state agricultural secretariat said.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"A complementary investigation will be carried out within an initial radius of 10 km (6 miles) from the area where the outbreak occurred, and into possible links with other properties", the secretariat said.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Favaro, the farm minister, said Brazil was working to contain the outbreak and negotiate a loosening of trade restrictions faster than the two months stipulated in protocols.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"If we manage to eliminate the outbreak, we think it's possible to re-establish a normal trade flow before the 60 days are up, including with China" Favaro said in an interview aired on CNN Brasil.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Chicken products shipped by Thursday will not be affected by trade restrictions, he added.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The ministry said in a statement that it was officially notifying the World Organization for Animal Health.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"All necessary measures to control the situation were quickly adopted, and the situation is under control and being monitored by government agencies", industry group ABPA said in a statement.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">JBS referred questions about the outbreak to ABPA.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">BRF CEO Miguel Gularte told analysts on an earnings call that he was confident Brazilian health protocols were robust and the situation would be quickly overcome.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Bird flu has swept through the U.S. poultry industry since 2022, killing around 170 million chickens, turkeys and other birds, severely affecting production of meat and eggs.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Bird flu has also infected nearly 70 people in the U.S., with one death, since 2024. Most of those infections have been among farmworkers exposed to infected poultry or cows.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The further spread of the disease raises the risk that bird flu could become more transmissible to humans.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Brazil, which exported more than 5 million metric tons of chicken products last year, first confirmed outbreaks of the highly pathogenic avian flu among wild birds in May 2023 in at least seven states.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The disease is not transmitted through the consumption of poultry meat or eggs, the Agriculture Ministry said in a statement.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"The Brazilian and world population can rest assured about the safety of inspected products, and there are no restrictions on their consumption", the ministry said.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>ABPA about the identification of H5N1 outbreak</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Regarding the identification of an H5N1 outbreak on a poultry farm in the municipality of Montenegro (RS), the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) and the Rio Grande do Sul Poultry Association (ASGAV) emphasize the total transparency of the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock, together with the Secretariat of Agriculture, Livestock, Sustainable Production and Irrigation (Seapi) of Rio Grande do Sul in relation to the identification, communication and containment of the situation, which is punctual.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">ABPA and ASGAV are supporting MAPA and Seapi in this process. All necessary measures to contingency the situation were quickly adopted, and the situation is under control and monitoring by government agencies.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">At the same time, the entities trust in the speed of the negotiations that will be adopted by the Ministry and the Secretariat at all levels, so that any effects arising from the situation are resolved as soon as possible.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Finally, ABPA and ASGAV remind that the situation in question – as well as any other occurrence of the disease in birds – does not represent any risk to the end consumer.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:30:32 | 2025-08-11 20:57:44 | Details Edit Delete | |
8479 | Frans Egberts elected President of CLITRAVI | At the 67th Annual General Assembly of CLITRAVI in Copenhagen, Mr. Frans Egberts was appointed as President of the Association for the next 2 years (2025 -2027). | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The European Association CLITRAVI represents 28 meat processing national associations in the EU Member States and, in Norway, United Kingdom and in Switzerland.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Frans Egberts served as Vice-President of CLITRAVI since 2019.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"I thank my CLITRAVI colleagues for their trust in electing me. I would like my election to be the starting point of a project for the future which I take the commitment to achieve with the help of all those concerned. The purpose is to take CLITRAVI where it rightly deserves while continuing to be a transparent, credible and professional partner to defend the interests of the European Meat Processing Industry at all the institutional levels of the EU".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Mr. Egberts stated right after his election. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:25:34 | 2025-08-11 10:10:27 | Details Edit Delete | |
8478 | Mexico: Cattle exports plummet by more than 50 percent in the first quarter | Exports will fall further after border closures due to screwworm outbreaks. The value of cattle exports plummeted more than 50 percent in the first quarter of this year compared to the same period in 2024. However, due to the closure of borders with the United States, the losses are expected to be much more significant, which will harm the entire national livestock sector. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to figures from the Bank of Mexico, cattle exports for the first quarter of 2025 amounted to $163 million, meaning foreign sales fell 52.30 percent compared to the same period in 2024, when exports totaled $341 million.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">It's worth noting that thanks to agricultural production, Mexico managed to avoid a technical recession, as it was the only sector that managed to grow at a quarterly rate of 8.1 percent. Industrial production fell 0.3 percent and services grew by zero percent, according to data from INEGI.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Economic Information System (SIE) of the Bank of Mexico established that, in January of this year, the value of beef exports was zero, in February it was more than $30 million, and in March it was more than $132 million, giving a total of $163 million due to rounding.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">It is worth noting that since 1993, according to monthly records from the SIE, there has not been a zero value recorded in beef exports, as occurred last January. The lowest figure previously recorded was in September 1996, when exports in this category totaled $1,021,800.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">It's worth noting that, by product, beef is among the top agricultural exports, having reached an annual value of $1.3 billion in 2024.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For its part, the National Agricultural Council (NAC) stated that the border closure will severely impact the livestock sector in the north of the country, which moves more than 5,700 head of cattle daily through Sonora and Chihuahua alone.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Likewise, estimates from the industry organization indicate that the suspension of livestock exports will mean Mexico losing $11.4 million every 24 hours.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The border closure was announced on Sunday, May 11, an action expected to be temporary and last 15 days. The U.S. government has conditioned the resumption of trade on a "significant window of containment ," based on a three-pronged approach that includes active field surveillance, training, and outreach; strict control of animal movement ; and sustained release of sterile insects.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">According to the NAC, prior to the suspension, 2,500 heads were exported daily from Sonora and 3,200 heads from Chihuahua, with an average price of $2,000 per head.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For its part, the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development (Sader) indicated that it is working to strengthen the national strategy to combat the cattle screwworm in conjunction with the United States government, with the goal of reopening the border to exports.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The agency also indicated that the insect traveled more than 3,700 kilometers from Panama to reach Mexico's southern border, and the Secretariat has maintained close coordination with U.S. health authorities to address the problem.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, to inhibit pest reproduction, nearly one billion sterile flies have been dispersed from November 2024 to date, originating from the only production plant on the continent, operated by the United States Department of Agriculture and located in Panama.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:20:59 | 2025-08-11 22:54:44 | Details Edit Delete | |
8477 | Danish Crown: Solid result in a challenging half-year | Danish Crown ends the first half of 2024/25 with visible progress. The bottom line is improving, and the competitiveness of the pig market in Denmark has improved during the half-year, but the goal is far from being reached. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">In Danish Crown, the first half of the 2024/25 financial year has been characterized by the recovery plan that was launched in the fall of 2024. Across the group and especially in the core business, the organization and costs have been adjusted, and this can be seen in the financial statements. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">As a result of a number of focused initiatives and the restructuring of the core business, distribution and administrative costs decreased by DKK 94 million, although there were extraordinary one-off costs of approximately DKK 100 million in connection with the organizational adjustment during the period. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Earnings (EBIT) during the period increased from DKK 1,281 million in 2023/24 to DKK 1,310 million. This is an increase of 2.3 percent despite the extraordinary restructuring costs. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Group CEO Niels Duedahl says about the half-year financial statements: </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Strengthened earnings, positive free cash flow and reduced debt confirm to us that we have taken steps in the right direction. It is crucial that we have created an overview and taken control of the company, but we are still focused on restoring earnings, and we are far from reaching our goal when it comes to our competitiveness on the listing". </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We have taken important steps forward in the parts of the business that were in deficit last year. Our slaughterhouse in Essen has contributed positive earnings in the last quarter. We have closed our factory in Pinghu, China, and entered into a conditional agreement to sell the factory. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Progress on the bottom line </strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Compared to the first half of the 2023/24 financial year, revenue decreased from DKK 33,519 million to DKK 32,436 million – a decrease of 3.2 percent. This is partly due to lower global pork prices and partly to a decrease in pig supplies to Danish Crown's Danish slaughterhouses. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">However, through focused efforts, margins have been increased, and normalized operating costs have been decreasing. As a result, net profit has been increased by DKK 47 million from DKK 764 million to DKK 811 million, which is an increase of 6.2 percent. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Financially, we are in a better position than last year, which is important for the work of restoring our competitiveness on the listing. The financial leverage at the end of the first half of the year is 3.0 compared to 3.6 a year ago. The improvement comes through both increased earnings, reduced working capital and a balanced investment level. Therefore, we have reduced our net debt by 12 percent (1.7 billion kroner)", says Group CFO Anders Aakær Jensen and continues: </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Towards the end of the half-year, we have seen increasing selling prices for pork globally. Combined with the relative earnings improvement and a decision to aim for a residual payment of 70 øre for all categories, we are now paying a more competitive price to our owners. For the suppliers of pigs, the current price means that we have reached a level where it is once again a profitable business to supply pigs to Danish Crown". </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Higher settlement for cattle </strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In Europe, there has been strong demand for beef since the New Year. This is reflected in the payments to the Danish farmers who supply cattle to Danish Crown. They have received an average of 13 percent more for their animals than last year. Danish Crown Beef has a continuous focus on raising the degree of processing of Danish beef and on getting closer to consumers. This has been successful, but on the other hand, the German cattle slaughterhouses and Scan-Hide, which processes cattle hides into raw leather, have not delivered satisfactory earnings. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The group's portfolio companies are delivering on a solid level overall. There is progress in the Polish company Sokołów, while Swedish KLS and ESS-FOOD are performing stably. DAT-Schaub's earnings, on the other hand, are affected by a weak global market for heparin. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Overall, the subsidiaries must continue to raise earnings, and we are working on this purposefully together with the management of the four companies. We see opportunities to improve earnings in our core business. At the end of the first half of the year, we chose to divide our core business into the three units so that we can work systematically and purposefully to unleash our full potential", says Niels Duedahl. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The three units are Danish Crown Industry, which operates the slaughterhouses and sells pork to industrial customers, Danish Crown Foods, which is responsible for production and sales to retail and foodservice customers, and Danish Crown UK, which produces and sells to customers in the UK. The Danish Crown Group employs a total of 24,500 people. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:15:26 | 2025-08-11 23:15:36 | Details Edit Delete | |
8476 | Wales-Italian links strengthened as King Charles enjoys PGI Welsh Lamb on Italian Tour | HRH King Charles III has recently sampled PGI Welsh Lamb in one of the world’s most celebrated gastronomic nations – Italy. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">During an Italian tour in April, HRH King Charles III and HRH Queen Camilla concluded their Italian trip in Ravenna, a city in the north-east of Italy. The King and Queen’s final engagement was at Ravenna’s market in Piazza del Popolo, where they attended a food festival and met local farmers and producers and celebrated the gastronomic excellence of both Italy and UK.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Celebrity Chef Carlo Cracco, who recently opened his restaurant Terra in London, had the honour to cook again for the British sovereign. For this occasion, chef Carlo created a special recipe: “Ancient grain puff pastry, ricotta cheese, pepper and Welsh Lamb ham”.<br />The event was made even more special with the aid of Sangiovese Colle Giove 2022, a red wine which Chef Cracco produces in his agricultural estate Vistamare, in Sant’Arcangelo di Romagna.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It has been a great honour to meet His Royal Highness”, said Carlo Cracco. “Through the art of cooking we can tell stories, build bridges between different cultures and celebrate what unite us: the passion for quality, the territory and traditions".<br />"The Sangiovese Colle Giove, with its intense and round notes, perfectly combines with the delicate but distinctive taste of the PGI Welsh Lamb", added the Chef.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The event was supported by Anna Garbagna and Sara Castelnuovo who are Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC)’s representatives in Italy.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Anna Garbagna commented: "This was a great opportunity to promote and highlight PGI Welsh Lamb with the United Kingdom’s sovereign, cementing Welsh Lamb’s reputation as an ingredient of the highest calibre".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">HCC’s Market Development Lead, Jason Craig, commented: "Italy has long been a key market for HCC and Welsh Lamb exports and Italy is currently the largest market for branded PGI Welsh Lamb. Italians are renowned world over for their love of fresh, high quality food produce in their cooking and it’s great to see that the love affair between Italy and Welsh Lamb continues to thrive".</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:10:50 | 2025-08-12 02:54:26 | Details Edit Delete | |
8475 | Commission simplifies CAP to support farmers and enhance competitiveness | To simplify the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and boost farmers' competitiveness, the European Commission is presenting today a large package of measures targeting the administrative burden, controls, implementation, crisis response and investment needs of the sector. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The changes could save up to €1.58 billion annually for farmers and €210 million for national administrations, while making payments, certain requirements, and crisis tools more flexible and easier to manage. This initiative is part of a broader simplification effort aligned with the EU's Competitiveness Compass and supports the competitiveness, resilience and digitalisation of the agricultural sector, as well as young and organic farmers specifically.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Farmers across the EU are subject to heavy administrative obligations that often fail to reflect the realities on the ground. This regulatory burden is time consuming and generates costs for farmers and national administrations. It leads to lower acceptance of obligations and may also discourage investment.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">To address these challenges, the Commission is now proposing targeted solutions through a set of concrete legislative changes based on operational experience and extensive feedback from stakeholders and Member States.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Simplified payment scheme for small farmers</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">To make it more attractive, the annual lump-sum payment – that is, a single, annual disbursement – limit for small farmers will be increased from €1,250 to €2,500. The purpose of these payments for small farmers is to promote a more balanced distribution of support, strengthen the vitality of rural areas where small farms play a key economic role, and reduce administrative burdens for both farmers and authorities. These farmers will also be exempted from certain environmental rules (conditionality) while they may benefit from payments that reward eco-friendly farming (eco-schemes).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Simplified environmental requirements and controls</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The simplification package aims to better accommodate diverse farming practices and local conditions, while reducing overlap with existing national rules.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For example, certified organic farms will automatically be considered as meeting some of the EU's environmental requirements for funding.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">For some of the more demanding requirements, farmers may benefit from incentives to protect peatlands and wetlands, as set out under Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition 2 (GAEC 2). This support will also help them comply with national rules that go beyond EU standards, ensuring fair compensation for their efforts.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">To reduce the administrative burden of controls, controls will be streamlined through the use of satellite and technology. In addition, a new principle will be introduced: only one on-the-spot check per year per farm.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Strengthened crisis management and simpler procedures for national administrations</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">EU farmers affected by natural disasters or animal diseases will be better supported thanks to new crisis payments available under CAP Strategic Plans and thanks to more flexible and accessible risk management tools.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Member States will benefit from greater flexibility in adapting their CAP Strategic Plans, with prior approval from the Commission required only for strategic amendments. This will have a positive impact on the farmers who will benefit faster from the changes introduced.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Enhanced competitiveness and digitalisation</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Small farmers will find it easier to get financial support through a new simple funding option offering up to €50,000 as a lump-sum to help improve the competitiveness of their farms.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">National administrations will be further encouraged to develop interoperable digital systems. Following the “report once, use multiple times” principle, the aim is that farmers will only have to submit their data once, through a single system, saving time, cutting administrative costs, and improving farm management.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Next steps</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The legislative proposal will now be submitted to the European Parliament and the Council for adoption. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Alongside changes to the main CAP rules, the Commission will also propose later this year further simplification measures, including from areas outside agriculture, aimed at reducing reporting and control burden and facilitating uptake of the new flexibilities offered by the CAP simplification omnibus.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Background</strong></p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">During the current mandate, the Commission is tackling, as matter of priority, overlapping, unnecessary, or disproportionate rules that place an undue burden on EU businesses and prevent development. The Commission is setting a new course towards simplifying EU rules to make the EU economy more competitive and more prosperous. The Commission has a clear target to deliver an unprecedented simplification effort by achieving at least 25% reduction in administrative burdens, and at least 35% for SMEs until the end of this mandate, without undermining related policy objectives.<em> </em>The first ‘Omnibus' package adopted in February covered a far-reaching simplification in the fields of sustainable finance reporting, sustainability due diligence, carbon border adjustment mechanism, taxonomy, and European investment programmes.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In agriculture, this means enhancing the competitiveness of EU farms while reducing the administrative burden for both farmers and public authorities and taking account of the diverse situations and needs of EU farmers.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Today's agricultural package builds on the simplification measures already introduced by the European Commission in 2024 It is part of a broader process that will continue later this year with a cross-cutting legislative simplification package, targeting other policies impacting farmers, agri-food businesses, and administrations.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-19 00:05:40 | 2025-08-12 01:36:08 | Details Edit Delete | |
8474 | Brazilian beef exports maintain growth rate in April and year-to-date | Export volume reaches 273.4 thousand tons in April and exceeds 949 thousand tons in the four-month period, with emphasis on China and the United States. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Brazil's beef exports maintained a growth trajectory in April 2025, with shipments totaling 273.4 thousand tons and generating revenue of US$ 1.33 billion. The figures represent increases of 13.1% in value and 10.2% in volume compared to March. Compared to April 2024, the increase was 27.6% in revenue and 15.3% in exported volume, according to data from the Secretariat of Foreign Trade (Secex/MDIC), compiled by the Brazilian Association of Meat Exporting Industries (ABIEC).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Noteworthy was the growth in exports of beef fat, which increased 199.4% in volume compared to April last year. Processed meats (+11.5% in revenue), offal (+11.8%) and salted products (+62.2%) also showed positive performance, signaling the diversification of the export agenda.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Among the destinations, China maintained the lead in April, with 107.8 thousand tons exported (39.4% of the total) and US$ 530 million in revenue. The United States registered 47.8 thousand tons (17.5%), with growth of 13.6% compared to March and 498% compared to April 2024. Also standing out, by volume, were Mexico (10,978 t), Hong Kong (9,423 t), Chile (9,329 t), Egypt (9,099 t), Russia (7,938 t), the European Union (7,425 t), the Philippines (7,078 t) and Saudi Arabia (6,294 t), which together accounted for more than 81% of the month's shipments.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">From January to April, Brazil exported 949.9 thousand tons of beef, an increase of 13.5% compared to the same period in 2024. Revenue totaled US$ 4.55 billion, an increase of 23.7%. China remains the main destination this year, with 392.3 thousand tons shipped (US$ 1.89 billion), an increase of 12.8% compared to the same period last year. This represents a 41.3% share of the total volume exported.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The United States more than quintupled its purchases in the four-month period, totaling 135.8 thousand tons and consolidating its position as the second largest destination for Brazilian exports (14.3% share). Completing the list of the top ten markets are: Chile (39,819 t), Hong Kong (33,711 t), the European Union (29,777 t), Egypt (27,421 t), Russia (27,397 t), Algeria (24,985 t), Mexico (24,313 t) and Saudi Arabia (20,909 t).</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">“This performance is a direct result of the integrated work of the entire Brazilian livestock chain, from the producer to the exporting slaughterhouse, and of the image of quality, sustainability and reliability built over the years. Although only about 30% of national production is destined for export, this volume represents one of the main sources of foreign exchange generation for Brazil, supplies hundreds of municipalities and ensures full use of the carcass, including products other than domestic consumption. We remain committed to supplying the world with excellence and contributing to the growth of our country”, says Roberto Perosa, president of ABIEC.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-16 00:30:38 | 2025-08-12 02:02:08 | Details Edit Delete | |
8473 | Global demand for grainfed beef climbs | Australian beef exports hit an April volume record, while grainfed beef exports reached an all-time volume record. Mutton and lamb exports decreased slightly. | <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Beef</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Last month, Australian beef exports reached a new April record as grainfed exports reached an all-time record. Beef exports overall reached 127,172 tonnes, 21% higher year-on-year (YoY) and the largest April volume on record. North America remained the largest market, with exports to the United States rising 37% YoY to 37,213 tonnes and exports to Canada rising 40% to 3.322 tonnes. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Grainfed exports rose 27% YoY to 37,037 tonnes – the largest monthly volume figure on record. Grainfed supply has been steadily building over decades, with numbers on feed routinely breaking records and turn-off continuing to rise over time. This has been reflected in export volumes, which have steadily lifted as the sector has grown as a whole. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">At the same time, strong demand from a range of markets has continued to power the sector. In late 2024, China emerged as the largest market for Australian grainfed beef. This continued to hold true in April 2025 with exports rising 62% to 12,151 tonnes. Japan has been a consistently large market over a long period and saw a slight 8% ease in exports to 9,918 tonnes. Exports to South Korea lifted 46% YoY to 6,882 tonnes. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Lamb and mutton</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Overall, sheepmeat exports eased 3% YoY. This was mostly due to a 5% YoY fall in mutton exports to 17,748 tonnes, while lamb exports fell 1% to 31,143 tonnes. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Despite the relative consistency in overall export volumes, the final destination of lamb exports changed markedly from last year. Lamb exports to North America were largely unchanged at 7,789 tonnes, while exports to the Middle East and North Africa region (MENA) fell by 26% YoY to 6,568 tonnes. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The decline in lamb volumes to MENA was made up by increased exports to China, where exports rose 8% YoY to 5,677 tonnes, and to markets in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations, which saw a 16% YoY rise in exports to 2,019 tonnes. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;"><strong>Goatmeat</strong> </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Exports of Australian goatmeat fell 15% YoY in April to 4,027 tonnes. Despite this fall, this volume is still the second-highest April volume total on record, and exports for the year-to-date are still comfortably the highest on record. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Exports to North America fell 38% YoY to 1,928 tonnes, while exports to South Korea lifted 5% YoY to 804 tonnes. The market for Australian goatmeat in South Korea has grown steadily over the past several years, and exports have consecutively been highest on record every year since 2022. </p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-16 00:25:33 | 2025-08-12 02:58:47 | Details Edit Delete | |
8472 | Rabobank sees opportunities for EU offal to China | The 10% US import tariffs are unlikely to have much of an impact on EU pork exports, as the US has so far been only a small market. This is the conclusion of a recent analysis by Rabobank. However, the trade conflict between the US and China could create new export opportunities for EU offal to China. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The US import tariffs will likely have only a minor impact on European Union pork exports, according to a recent analysis by Rabobank. However, the trade war between the United States and China is likely to shift the flow of goods on the international market for slaughterhouse by-products.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Dutch analysts base their assessment on the likely low direct impact of the 10% US import tariffs, arguing that the EU has exported relatively little pork to the US in recent years. The relevant quantity for 2024 amounted to around 95,000 tonnes, corresponding to only 2% of the Union's total pork exports. Of the exports to the US, 31,000 tonnes came from Denmark, 18,000 tonnes from Poland, and 15,000 tonnes each from Spain and Italy. In addition, the Netherlands, Ireland, and Hungary exported 8,000 tonnes, 5,000 tonnes, and 2,000 tonnes, respectively. Germany was only a distant second.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Meanwhile, the ongoing trade war between the US and China could open up new sales opportunities for the EU. The supply gap that has opened up in China, particularly for by-products, could be closed, among other things, by deliveries from the EU. In 2024, China imported around 310,000 tonnes of slaughterhouse by-products from the US, corresponding to a good quarter of China's total imports of this product group. This made the United States the second-largest supplier after the EU, which accounted for around 580,000 tonnes.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition, China imported around 80,000 tons of pork and processed products from the United States last year – a share of total Chinese imports of this commodity group is estimated at 6%. However, this shortfall is likely to be replaced by Brazilian goods, which Rabobank estimates are more price-competitive than pork from the EU.<br />Brazil was China's second-largest source of pork and processed products in 2024, with a total of around 240,000 tons. While the EU ranked first with around 520,000 tons, expanding this volume is currently quite risky given the ongoing Chinese anti-dumping investigations.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Furthermore, Dutch experts expect that overall EU exports of pork and offal will not increase. Rabobank cites the decline in pig production in Northwest Europe as the reason. Against this backdrop, producer prices have risen since the end of March.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-16 00:20:26 | 2025-08-12 02:52:39 | Details Edit Delete | |
8468 | INTERPORC travels to Asia for the third time in 2025 to strengthen the leadership of the Spanish pork industry | The Interprofessional INTERPORC returns to Asia for the third time this year. This time, it is traveling to the SIAL China 2025 trade fair in Shanghai to strengthen the presence of white pork in the Chinese market. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">As part of its Plan to Support the Internationalization of the Spanish Pork Sector – INTERPORC 2025, the Interprofessional will manage a group participation of 20 companies in an 846-square-meter exhibition space in Hall E7.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The stand will focus on showcasing the quality of Spanish pork, as well as the sector's international leadership in sustainability, animal welfare, and food safety.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In addition, INTERPORC has planned a busy schedule of activities, such as ham tastings led by master ham cutter Abraham Cambres, and <em>cooking demonstrations</em> featuring a fusion of Spanish and Chinese cuisine, designed to attract professionals from the HORECA sector and distributors.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In parallel, on May 20, the Interprofessional Association will hold an institutional dinner with executives from the exhibiting companies and representatives from MAPA and the Spanish Embassy in China, with the aim of strengthening the institutional ties that support the sector's internationalization process.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">China is the main customer of Spanish pork, both in volume and value, so INTERPORC's participation in this fair is an important part of the strategy to strengthen that position and explore new opportunities for collaboration and added value.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-15 00:30:12 | 2025-08-11 12:40:29 | Details Edit Delete | |
8466 | JBS opens 2025 with second-largest Q1 in history | JBS closed the second best first quarter in history with the results from January to March 2025. The Company's quarterly scenario defies a traditionally weaker seasonality, compared to other periods, from April to December. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The beginning of the year usually faces the impact of lower consumption after the end-of-year holidays and, in the Northern Hemisphere, a winter that also cools consumption. Adjusted EBITDA <strong>for the period was R$8.9 billion</strong>, an increase of 38.9% year-on-year. The <strong>EBITDA margin closed at 7.8%</strong>, an increase of 0.6 percentage points compared to 1Q24. These indicators reflect the success of JBS' strategy of diversifying into proteins and geographies.<br /><br />Among JBS' figures for the first quarter of 2025, <strong>net revenue was R$114.1 billion</strong>, 28% higher compared to the same quarter last year. During the period, 76% of global sales were in domestic markets where the Company operates and 24% through exports. <strong>Net income was R$2.9 billion </strong>from January to March of this year – 77.6% higher than the same period in 2024.<br /><br />"Quarter after quarter, our results prove that we made the right choices in building and managing our global multi-protein platform", says <strong>Gilberto Tomazoni </strong>, <strong>Global CEO of JBS </strong>.<br /><br />In the poultry and pork units, such as Seara, Pilgrim's and JBS Pork, the Company benefited from the commercial dynamics in the domestic and international markets, in addition to the strategic increase in the portfolio of value-added products. The solid operational execution of the units also helped in the significant improvement in quarterly results.<br /><br />In the beef segment, with JBS Brazil, JBS Australia and JBS Beef North America, the increase in net revenue reflects the growth in volumes sold, both in the domestic markets in which it operates and internationally. In the sector, the Company maintains its strategic focus on excellence in operational and commercial execution, to preserve its profitability.<br /><br />JBS concluded the first quarter of 2025 with <strong>reduced leverage in dollars, from 3.66x to 1.99x (net debt/EBITDA)</strong>, in the 12-month period. The Company closed 1Q25 with R$29.7 billion in cash and US$3.4 billion available in revolving credit lines (equivalent to R$19.4 billion). This allows JBS to honor its debts until 2032.<br /><br />"The reduction in leverage <strong>in </strong>the 12-month period is the result of JBS's strong performance and the delivery of solid results every quarter", says <strong>Guilherme Cavalcanti </strong>, <strong>CFO of JBS</strong>. <br /><br /><strong>Business units advance in net revenue</strong><br /><br />Seara closed its best first quarter in history. In 1Q25, net revenue was R$12.6 billion, representing a 22% increase compared to 1Q24. In the same period, adjusted EBITDA reached R$2.5 billion and a margin of 19.8%. Compared to the first quarter of last year, there was growth of 109% and 8.2 percentage points, respectively. As a strategy to increase consumer preference, Seara has invested in innovations and new trends, with the launch of snacks in partnership with Netflix and products for air fryers, in addition to the success of the Panelinhas line.<br /><br />Pilgrim <strong>'s </strong>also had its best first quarter in history, with net revenue of R$26.1 billion in the period, 21% higher compared to 1Q24. The result reflects the strategy of maintaining robust margins, driven by operational gains and strategic partnerships with key Customers. Between January and March 2025, adjusted EBITDA was R$3.9 billion, which represents a 56% growth compared to the same period in 2024. In the same comparison, the EBITDA margin increased 3.3 percentage points and closed at 14.8% in 1Q25.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The <strong>JBS USA Pork</strong> operation recorded a 24% growth compared to 1Q24 in net revenue, which closed 1Q25 at R$11.7 billion. EBITDA for the quarter was R$1.4 billion and the margin was 12.4%. The business unit demonstrated consistent results in the quarter, with profitability generated from improved commercial dynamics, solid operational execution and the expansion of the value-added portfolio.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">In the first quarter of 2025, JBS <strong>Australia </strong>reported net revenue of R$9.5 billion, a 32% increase compared to the same period in 2024. In the same comparison, adjusted EBITDA grew 53% and closed 1Q25 at R$937.2 million, while the EBITDA margin increased 1.3 percentage points to 9.9%. The quarter's indicators reflect the growth in volumes sold of beef, aquaculture and pork.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">From January to March of this year, <strong>JBS Brazil </strong>reported net revenue of R$18.5 billion, which, compared to the same period last year, grew 30%. Likewise, adjusted EBITDA grew 19% and closed 1Q25 at R$766.1 million. The EBITDA margin for the period was 4.1%. Friboi continues to gain preference and evolve in understanding consumer needs on different consumption occasions. A reflection of this moment for the brand is the current advertising campaign, which features Valdir, the master butcher at Friboi+ butcher shop (butcher shops that receive support within Friboi's quality standards). </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">JBS <strong>Beef North America</strong> reported net revenue of R$37.5 billion in 1Q25, a 36% increase compared to 1Q24. Adjusted EBITDA and margin for the first quarter of this year closed at -R$587.2 million and -1.6%, respectively, reflecting the pressure of the livestock cycle. The business unit continues with its structured strategy of optimizing its product portfolio, increasing yield per carcass and maximizing manufacturing efficiency to overcome the challenges of the period.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-15 00:20:12 | 2025-08-12 00:22:43 | Details Edit Delete | |
8465 | New director for Danish Crown Owner Service | Søren Tinggaard will be the new director of Danish Crown Ejerservice. He comes from a position as director of Danish Crown's organic company, Friland, and replaces Nicolaj Nørgaard, who is leaving after seven years at Danish Crown. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">Danish Crown's management and Nicolaj Nørgaard have agreed that it is time for a new profile to be responsible for the further development of Danish Crown Owner Service. Therefore, Nicolaj Nørgaard will step down as director of the area when he has handed over his tasks to Søren Tinggaard.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We are building the future structure for Danish Crown, and this is something we have many conversations about - also in the owner service area. And here Nicolaj and I have jointly reached the conclusion that a different profile is needed for the next phase of our work with the owners. I would like to thank Nicolaj for his dedicated efforts. His great professional skills have moved Danish Crown on many fronts", says Group CEO, Niels Duedahl.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">About his time at Danish Crown, Nicolaj Nørgaard says:</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"It has been seven exciting years, where the team at Ejerservice has developed, implemented and delivered strong advice and service to our owners. Among other things, there has been a focus on value chain optimization through advice, Danish Crown Data, the Cooperative Idea 2.0, piglet share ownership, cost-effective sustainability initiatives, etc. There have been ups and downs with quotations and the number of pigs, and I will miss the daily chat with both the owners, colleagues at Danish Crown and not least the team at Ejerservice".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The new CEO of Danish Crown Ejerservice will be Søren Tinggaard. He comes from a position as CEO of Danish Crown's organic company, Friland, and has held a number of key roles in the group for more than 30 years, both in Denmark and abroad.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We are really pleased that in Søren Tinggaard we have found a capable successor internally. Across the entire group, we have reached the phase in our transformation where we are building the right structure for the future. Owner service is a crucial function for us in the competition for raw materials, and Søren has an important task ahead of him in developing this area", says Group CEO Niels Duedahl. </p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"I think the interaction between the unit owners, the company and the daily business is really interesting to work with. The job at Friland has brought me into close contact with the owners. Now I'm coming back to the part of the business where my career at Danish Crown began and an area that both has extra focus and is incredibly important for the group right now, so I see it as a very exciting challenge", says Søren Tinggaard.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">A process is now underway to find a new director for Friland. Until a replacement is found, Søren Tinggaard will take over the task.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-15 00:15:18 | 2025-08-12 02:25:52 | Details Edit Delete | |
8464 | ABPA celebrates the opening of the Chinese market for chicken offal, duck meat and turkey meat | The Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) celebrated the announcement by the Brazilian Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock regarding the opening of the Chinese market to chicken offal, turkey meat and duck meat from Brazilian establishments. | <p style="font-weight: 400;">The announcement was made during Brazil's presidential mission to China, the largest trading partner in Brazil's animal protein sector, where more than 770,000 tons of chicken and pork produced in Brazilian industries were shipped in 2024.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Now, the opening of the Chinese market to three new poultry products opens up an opportunity to expand the export agenda, including a new segment in chicken (including heart, liver and gizzard), in addition to two new proteins, from ducks and turkeys, assesses the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">“This is a true achievement, widely negotiated by the Minister of Agriculture, Carlos Fávaro, and his secretaries Luís Rua and Carlos Goulart, in segments that are in demand in Brazil’s largest trading partner. It is a direct result of this mission, which also shows China’s confidence in Brazil’s ability to supply high-quality, healthy products in an adequate supply for the market,” emphasizes Santin, who is participating in the mission.</p> | 1 | Market | adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro | 2025-05-15 00:10:51 | 2025-08-11 22:53:11 | Details Edit Delete |