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6944  Chicken meat exports accumulate an increase of 5.6 percent in 2023  Surveys by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) show that Brazilian exports of chicken meat (considering all products, including fresh and processed) accumulate an increase of 5.6% in shipments made between January and November this year. In total, 4.684 million tons were exported in 2023, compared to 4.436 million tons in the same period in 2022.  <p><span lang="DE">The accumulated result in exports in the first eleven months of this year reached US$8.977 billion, a number equivalent to that recorded between January and November 2022, with US$8.976 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Considering only the November result, 377.4 thousand tons of chicken meat were shipped, a number 0.5% higher than that recorded in the same period of the previous year, with 375.6 thousand tons.&nbsp;In revenue, there was a decrease of 13.5% in the comparative period, with US$676.1 million in November 2023, against US$781.3 million in 2022.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"The positive flow registered last month and which was repeated practically throughout the year indicates confirmation of ABPA's projections for shipments that are expected to exceed 5 million tons in 2023, reinforcing Brazil's position for global food security, complementing local production", assesses the president of ABPA.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The main destination for chicken meat exports, China imported the equivalent of 632.2 thousand tons between January and November this year, a volume 28% higher than that recorded in the same period of 2022. Other highlights in the period were Saudi Arabia, with 337 .4 thousand tons (+7.2%), South Africa, with 309.2 thousand tons (+20.9%), South Korea, with 184.4 thousand tons (+9.8%) and Mexico, with 172.5 thousand tons (+28.4%).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Several destinations in the Middle East and North Africa have increased volumes imported from Brazil.&nbsp;Even Algeria, one of the countries in the region, recently opened the market to Brazilian exports, reinforcing Brazil's role as the largest exporter of halal protein in the world.&nbsp;In turn, China, our main buyer, has been increasing its purchases of Brazilian chicken meat by 28% throughout the year, in an environment of decreasing Chinese production this year", analyzes Luis Rua, ABPA's Director of Markets.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Among the main exporting states, Paran&aacute; remains the leader, with total production of 1.923 million tons between January and November this year, a volume 9.34% higher than that recorded in the same period of 2022. following and completing the ranking of the five main exporters are Santa Catarina, with 994.4 thousand tons (+6.90%), Rio Grande do Sul, with 672.3 thousand tons (-3.38%), S&atilde;o Paulo, with 268.9 thousand tons (+6. 43%) and Goi&aacute;s, with 213.1 thousand tons (+19.90%).</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-08 00:10:51  2025-07-29 18:42:49  Details Edit Delete
6945  Nutrition and dietetics nurses recommend the consumption of pork  The white-layer pork is a protein of high biological value that provides healthy fats, which makes it highly recommended both for the general population and for specific groups. This was stated by Cristina Miguel Atanes, secretary of the Association of Nutrition and Dietetic Nurses (ADENYD) at the 23rd ADENYD Congress-Forum, held in Seville with the central theme of “Safety and sustainability, a challenge for nutritional care.” .  <p><span lang="DE">In her presentation, Miguel Atanes pointed out that, due to its nutritional composition, "pork meets the needs of proteins and other micronutrients that are less present in other foods, such as iron and vitamin B 12<span style="font-size: 11.6667px;">".</span></span><span lang="DE">&nbsp;Hence, "it can be included in the framework of a healthy diet and, for the general population, with an intake between two and four servings per week".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The ADENYD secretary also referred to specific groups.&nbsp;"Pork is especially beneficial during pregnancy and lactation because during these periods the iron needs to increase and daily protein intake should be increased".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Regarding childhood and adolescence, Miguel Atanes highlighted the importance of this food to meet the needs of the youngest in this period of rapid growth.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Finally, she referred to the benefits it brings to elderly people due to the loss of muscle mass associated with age.&nbsp;Although in this case she specified that "the ideal is to cook pork products in a way that makes them easier to chew and swallow, such as, for example, baked, stewed, in sauce or prepared with minced meat, such as meatballs".</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Miguel Atanes closed her presentation by recalling the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet, of which pork has always been a part.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-08 00:20:33  2025-07-27 19:32:53  Details Edit Delete
6947  EMN INTERVIEWS: Ricardo Santin, ABPA - Anuga 2023        Industry adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-11 00:15:06  2025-07-30 06:14:08  Details Edit Delete
6950  Danish Crown and Q8 launch sausages with two hearts  Starting December, there is something new on the menu at Q8, because Danish Crown will be the supplier of sausages with two hearts under the state animal welfare scheme to Q8's gas stations in Denmark.  <p><span lang="DE">Whether it is a classic hot dog or a French one of the kind you order from Q8, after 1 December you can choose between several sausages with two hearts under the state animal welfare label.&nbsp;As the first major player, Q8 is now switching to Danish-produced sausages with two hearts of Danish pork under the state animal welfare scheme.</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-GB">"</span><span lang="DE">Animal welfare is an important part of our strategy.&nbsp;The French hot dog is our biggest selling item, and therefore it is also here that we would like to change something.&nbsp;Animal welfare is a point where we can do something.&nbsp;We want to help the market on its way, and we believe that we will eat less but more responsibly produced meat in the future.&nbsp;That is why we are very happy with the new concept with Danish Crown", says category manager in Q8, Martin Stillhoff.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">It is not just the traditional sausages that the new range covers.&nbsp;There will also be a chicken sausage with two hearts under the animal welfare scheme, just as there will be a chilli frankfurter with 15 per cent vegetables in it. It has been important to Q8 that the chain's range of sausages be developed.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"For us, this agreement is a really big step.&nbsp;Q8 is a large customer with whom we have now made an agreement that will initially run for three years.&nbsp;It's a great concept, which we also hope will both inspire others and make our cooperative owners and producers of specialty pigs proud", says Anders Kvist Christensen, who is national account manager at Danish Crown and, among other things, handles sales to gas stations and convenience chains.</span></p>    Retail adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-09 00:10:19  2025-07-30 01:10:53  Details Edit Delete
6951  Switzerland: Voluntary import ban on horse meat from South America  The latest EU audit reports confirm existing criticisms of the import of horse meat from Argentine and Uruguay. The meat industry is reacting: In response to these reports, Proviande's board of directors is calling on the industry to voluntarily forego such imports and is calling on the federal government to impose an import ban.  <p><span lang="DE">The import of horse meat from Argentine and Uruguay is repeatedly criticized.&nbsp;In the past, this criticism primarily related to the housing conditions, which were described as not species-appropriate.&nbsp;Recently there has been increasing criticism over the lack of traceability of imported meat, which could put food safety at risk.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The latest EU audit reports (November 2023) assessing the control system for the production of horse meat in Argentine and Uruguay, which is intended for export to the European Union, note that animal welfare has improved compared to previous audit reports, but is still deficient in many areas.&nbsp;There is also strong criticism of the traceability already mentioned and thus also the incomprehensible use of medication in rearing.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Based on these latest reports, action is required.&nbsp;The board of directors of Proviande is therefore calling on the industry to voluntarily stop importing horse meat from Argentine and Uruguay.&nbsp;At the same time, they are calling on the Federal Office for Food Safety and Veterinary Affairs as the enforcement authority to issue an import ban so that any loopholes can be closed.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-10 00:05:53  2025-07-30 09:39:46  Details Edit Delete
6952  JBS joins the First Movers Coalition for Food  The coalition, formed by the World Economic Forum and leading agribusiness companies, aims to create market demand for low-carbon and sustainably produced products.  <p><span lang="DE">JBS became a signatory of the First Movers Coalition for Food during COP-28 in Dubai. Led by the World Economic Forum with the support of the Government of the United Arab Emirates and 19 other companies, the initiative aims to accelerate sustainable agricultural methods, technologies, and productions, driving the global development of low-carbon agricultural products. This will be achieved by creating a value chain, with coalition members aiming to acquire up to $20 billion worth of low-carbon products.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Food systems are crucial to achieving the goals of the Paris Agreement&mdash;both limiting and adapting to global warming-while feeding a growing world population. The demand for sustainably produced agricultural commodities can support the transition to a low-carbon economy in agricultural and food value chains", highlighted Jason Weller, JBS Global Chief Sustainability Officer.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Comprising leading agribusiness companies, value chain partners, farmer organizations, researchers, and governments, the First Movers Coalition for Food aims to enhance existing food systems. To drive sustainable agricultural and production methods and foster demand for low-carbon products, the newly launched initiative intends to create aggregated market demand for sustainably produced agricultural commodities by 2030.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">According to the World Economic Forum, companies participating in the coalition represent a combined revenue of $2.1 trillion, with global operations. These are companies that recognize the need for more sustainable practices and innovation in food production systems. Starting in the second half of this month, the World Economic Forum, participating companies, and governments will work together to identify commitments and pathways to support and mobilize the ecosystem enabling this transformation. The coalition is expected to publish initial results of collaborative work in early the second half of 2024.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The First Movers Coalition for Food builds on the success of the First Movers Coalition for Industry, launched at COP26 in Glasgow, Scotland, by U.S. President Joe Biden and the World Economic Forum in 2021. The First Movers Coalition for Industry aggregates early market demand for innovative clean technologies in eight industrial sectors facing challenges in reducing greenhouse gas emissions: aviation, maritime transport, road transport, steel, aluminum, cement, and chemicals.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-10 00:10:23  2025-07-29 12:56:04  Details Edit Delete
6953  USMEF: Another record month for pork exports to Mexico  U.S. pork exports posted another strong performance in October, led by record-large shipments to Mexico and broad-based growth elsewhere, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).  <p>October pork exports totaled 245,345 metric tons (mt), up 3% year-over-year and the largest since June, valued at $688.2 million &ndash; down 2% from a year ago. For the first 10 months of 2023, pork exports increased 9% from a year ago to 2.38 million mt, with value up 6% to $6.66 billion.&nbsp;</p> <p>"At a time when the U.S. pork industry needs to maximize revenue, I run out of superlatives when talking about the remarkable demand we are seeing in Mexico,&rdquo; said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. &ldquo;Pork exports are also achieving excellent growth across the Western Hemisphere and retaking market share in the Asia-Pacific".</p> <p>Pork exports to leading market Mexico reached a record 100,867 mt, soaring 19% from a year ago, while value climbed 9% to a record $221.1 million. January-October shipments to Mexico increased 13% over last year&rsquo;s record pace to 895,221 mt, with value up 16% to $1.9 billion. Pork muscle cut exports to Mexico were record-large in October at nearly 87,000 mt, which equated to 10.7% of U.S. production. Through October, pork muscle cut exports were up 11% from last year&rsquo;s record pace at 763,159 mt. Variety meat exports accelerated at an even faster pace &ndash; climbing 29% to 132,062 mt, valued at $248.6 million (up 38%), led by larger shipments of chilled variety meats and frozen stomachs. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>October pork exports to Colombia totaled 10,856 mt, up 35% from a year ago and the largest since June 2022. Export value climbed 42% to $30.4 million, the highest since November 2021 and third highest on record. While January-October exports to Colombia remained 11% below last year at 76,402 mt, export value edged 1% higher to $207.9 million.&nbsp;</p> <p>Led by record shipments to Guatemala and robust growth in Honduras, Costa Rica and El Salvador, pork exports to Central America continued to gain momentum in October, soaring 35% from a year ago in volume (13,722 mt) and 37% in value ($42.2 million). January-October exports to the region were 12% higher at 102,783 mt, while value increased 18% to $301 million.&nbsp;</p> <p>Other January-October results for U.S. pork exports include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>October exports to South Korea totaled 13,427 mt, up 6% from a year ago and the largest since June, while value was up 5% to $46.8 million. Through the first 10 months of the year, exports to Korea increased 3% to 149,943 mt, though value fell 4% to $493.7 million. U.S. pork has recently faced increased competition from Canadian, Mexican and Brazilian pork entering Korea under zero-duty tariff rate quotas (U.S. pork is duty-free under the Korea-U.S. Free Trade Agreement), but the U.S. industry continues to capitalize on growth opportunities in the home meal replacement and restaurant meal replacement sectors. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Pork exports to the Dominican Republic are on a record pace in 2023, climbing 23% through October to 81,050 mt, with value up 27% to $223.2 million. October shipments to the Dominican Republic totaled 8,532 mt, the highest since April.&nbsp; Brazil recently gained access to the market and reported exports totaled 325 mt in October and 1,841 mt in November. With exports also rebounding strongly to Trinidad and Tobago and increasing to the Netherlands Antilles and Leeward-Windward Islands, shipments to the Caribbean region jumped 22% to 98,264 mt, valued at $283.3 million (up 25%).&nbsp;</li> <li>With pork shipments increasing sharply to Australia and more than doubling to New Zealand, January-October exports to Oceania increased 82% to 63,607 mt, valued at $224.5 million (up 66%). While most exports to this region are raw material used for further processing, valued-added processed products from the U.S. are also popular in the retail and foodservice sectors.&nbsp;</li> <li>Pork exports to Japan are trending lower in 2023, including a 15% decline in October to 24,080 mt. For January through October, exports to Japan fell 6% from a year ago to 288,447 mt, valued at $1.17 billion (down 7%).&nbsp;</li> <li>While pork muscle cut exports to China/Hong Kong are also trending lower (down 9% through October to 149,144 mt), pork variety meat exports to the region remain 4% above last year&rsquo;s record pace at 280,682 mt, valued at $720.4 million (up 6%).&nbsp;</li> <li>In addition to the above-mentioned growth in Mexico and China/Hong Kong, pork variety meat exports have also accelerated to the Philippines, Vietnam, Chile, Peru, the Caribbean and Taiwan. Global exports of U.S. pork variety meat are on a record pace through October, increasing 12% year-over-year to 487,171 mt, valued at $1.15 billion (up 10%).&nbsp;</li> <li>Pork export value equated to $60.21 per head slaughtered in October, down 6% from a year ago, but the January-October average was 4% higher at $62.79. Exports accounted for 28.2% of total October pork production &ndash; down slightly from a year ago &ndash; and 24.3% for muscle cuts only, up about one percentage point. The January-October ratios were 29.3% of total production and 25.1% for muscle cuts, up from 27.2% and 23.5%, respectively, a year ago.&nbsp;</li> </ul>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-11 00:05:55  2025-07-29 18:52:10  Details Edit Delete
6954  Commission proposes new rules to improve animal welfare  As announced by our Farm to Fork Strategy, the European Green Deal's agenda for sustainable agriculture and food production, the Commission has proposed the biggest reform of EU animal welfare rules during transport in 20 years.  <p style="font-weight: 400;">The package includes an overhaul of the current EU rules for&nbsp;animals in transport, which will&nbsp;improve the wellbeing of the 1.6 billion animals&nbsp;transported in and from the EU each year. The new rules reflect the latest scientific evidence and insights as well as technological developments.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Finally, the Commission is proposing further steps to address the&nbsp;European Citizens' Initiative (ECI) 'Fur Free Europe', that calls&nbsp;for an EU-ban on fur farming and on the sale of products containing such fur in the Single Market. The Commission welcomes the initiative and acknowledges that animal welfare remains a strong concern for European citizens.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Better rules for the transport of animals</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The existing EU rules for animals in transport are 20 years old. They no longer reflect current realities, latest scientific insights and advice, sustainability goals or legitimate concerns of our citizens when it comes to animal welfare. Today's proposal therefore focusses on key areas, vital to ensure good animal welfare in transport:</p> <ul style="font-weight: 400;"> <li>Travel times will be shortened&nbsp;and during long journeys, animals must be unloaded for periods of rest, feeding and watering. Special rules will apply to animals for slaughter, and to vulnerable animals such as unweaned calves and pregnant animals.</li> <li>Allowances to ensure&nbsp;minimum space for the different animals&nbsp;will be increased and adapted to each species.</li> <li>Transport in extreme temperatures&nbsp;will be subject to strict conditions, including limiting transportation solely to night-time when temperatures exceed 30 degrees. In addition, when temperatures are below 0&deg;C, road vehicles shall be covered and air circulation in the animal compartment controlled, in order to protect animals from exposure to windchill during the journey. If temperatures drop below -5&deg;C, along with the previously mentioned measures, travel duration should not surpass 9 hours.</li> <li>Rules for the&nbsp;exports&nbsp;of live animals from the Union will be tightened, including better controls in third countries to meet equivalent standards as those found in the EU.</li> <li>We will make the maximum out of&nbsp;digital tools to facilitate the enforcement&nbsp;of transport rules (e.g. real-time positioning of vehicles; central database).</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The legislative proposals will be submitted to the European Parliament and the Council. On the European Citizens' Initiative, EFSA will begin its scientific assessment on the basis of the Commission's request and deliver its scientific opinion by March 2025.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">The Commission will also continue its preparatory work on other animal welfare proposals, as announced in the Farm to Fork Strategy.</p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-12 00:05:23  2025-07-30 03:02:29  Details Edit Delete
6955  Brazil: Pork exports grow 13.2 percent in November  Brazilian pork exports (considering all products, including fresh and processed) totaled 105.7 thousand tons in November, reports the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA). The volume is 13.2% higher than that recorded in the same period in 2022, with 93.4 thousand tons.  <p><span lang="DE">In terms of revenue, sector sales reached US$225.8 million in November, a balance 2.3% lower than the result recorded in the eleventh month of 2022, with US$230.5 million.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Considering the accumulated result for the year (January to November), the sector's exports registered an increase of 10%, with 1.118 million tons exported in 2023, against 1.017 million tons last year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the same period, accumulated revenue reached US$2.586 billion, a balance 11.5% higher than the total recorded in 2022, with US$2.319 billion.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"Exports this month once again surpassed the level of 100 thousand tons.&nbsp;Exports accumulated up to November already equal in volume and exceed in revenue the total recorded throughout the year 2022. The numbers confirm the initial projections in exports for this year", assesses the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The main destination for pork exports from Brazil this year, China imported a total of 362.1 thousand tons between January and November, a volume 11% lower than the total imported in the same period of 2022. In second place is Hong Kong, with 114.2 thousand tons, a volume 27.3% higher than that recorded in 2022. Also in positive movement are the Philippines, with 113.1 thousand tons (+46.9%), Chile, with 76.4 thousand tons (+39, 3%), Singapore, with 57.9 thousand tons (+13.7%), Vietnam, with 45.3 thousand tons (+3.7%), Uruguay, with 43.8 thousand tons (+11.2% ) and Japan, with 35.3 thousand tons (+47.7), among others.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">&ldquo;Except for sales to China, all other importing countries registered an increase in pork imports from Brazil this year, confirming a trend already predicted by the sector of expanding export capillarity, strengthening the product's presence in destinations in high-volume markets. added value, such as Japan, South Korea and the United States&rdquo;, says ABPA&rsquo;s markets director, Lu&iacute;s Rua.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The main exporting state, Santa Catarina shipped 599.9 thousand tons of pork between January and November this year, a number 9.2% higher than that recorded in the same period last year.&nbsp;In second place, Rio Grande do Sul exported 258.5 thousand tons (-3.1%), followed by Paran&aacute;, with 155.3 thousand tons (+20.3%), Mato Grosso, with 27.9 thousand tons (+83.7%) and Mato Grosso do Sul, with 23.1 thousand tons (-24.9%).</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-12 00:10:07  2025-07-30 02:21:13  Details Edit Delete
6956  Increasing turnover and stable operation in ESS-FOOD  Inflation and global turbulence challenged ESS-FOOD in the financial year 2022/23, but despite a decrease in traded tonnage of 20,000 tonnes, operating earnings increased slightly to DKK 67.1 million compared to 66.7 million kroner the previous year.  <p><span lang="DE">The operating earnings are largely unchanged, but the financial costs have almost doubled from DKK 16.9 million to DKK 28.2 million, so the result goes back from DKK 41.9 to DKK 30.9 million.&nbsp;kroner.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"It has been a wild year in many ways.&nbsp;At the start of the financial year, everything was about inflation and the war in Ukraine.&nbsp;Since we entered 2023, we have seen a significant decline in pig production in Europe, from which we source a large proportion of our tonnage, and at the same time we have had occasional outbreaks of bird flu, which has caused the poultry market to crash, so against the turbulent backdrop, we can only be satisfied with our result", says Morten Holm, CEO of ESS-FOOD.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Despite the decline in tonnage, price increases on virtually all goods have ensured ESS-FOOD an increase in turnover of almost half a billion kroner from 5.3 billion kroner in 2021/22 to 5.8 billion&nbsp;kroner in the just ended financial year.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This has been achieved in a year in which the global market for meat proteins has at times been affected by significant imbalances between supply and demand.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The Asian markets have generally been difficult to navigate, and in particular the opportunities to sell pork on the otherwise normally attractive Chinese market have been challenged.&nbsp;Sales to other parts of the world have compensated for this, and ESS-FOOD has had a higher level of activity in Europe than before.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"We have seen a market for pork that in Europe has gone from being a buyer's to a seller's market.&nbsp;But at the same time, the price level in Europe has been much higher than in the markets in Asia in particular, which we have a good grasp of, and this has cost us our volume.&nbsp;On the other hand, we have stuck to our strategy of focusing our efforts on the customers who give us a healthy business, and that is the explanation for our success in maintaining our operating earnings at a relatively high level", says Morten Holm.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the short term, there is no prospect of the turbulence on the world market for meat proteins abating.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"In the current market, it's about keeping the focus on optimizing our business.&nbsp;It is hard work to ensure ongoing earnings due to rising interest rates, but we believe we can succeed if we focus our work on having access to the right goods through a strong interaction with our customers and suppliers", says Morten Holm</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">ESS-FOOD has activities on five continents and employs around 150 employees.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-12 00:15:05  2025-07-30 05:51:26  Details Edit Delete
6957  B+LNZ Lamb Crop Report 2023  The 2023 Lamb Crop Report has been released by Beef + Lamb New Zealand (B+LNZ).  <p><span lang="EN-US">Farmers have successfully navigated challenges to deliver a great lambing, which will see the expected lamb crop increase by 2.6 percent on last year to 20.9 million head.&nbsp; This result bucks the trend of the last few years. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">There were significant weather challenges earlier in the year, but autumn was particularly kind, ensuring breeding ewes were in prime condition and yielded good pregnancy scanning results across the country.</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">In spring there were favourable conditions leading to a strong lambing percentage of 129.9 percent (up 4.8 percentage points from last year) which has offset a reduction in the number of ewes of 1 percent to produce a strong lamb crop. &nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">However, the optimism stemming from these figures is dampened by the stark financial reality faced by New Zealand sheep and beef farmers at present. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">On-farm costs remain high rise and sheep meat prices, in particular, remain stubbornly low due to oversupply from Australia and weak conditions in key markets like China, which means many farmers will not make a profit this year. Beef though remains steady. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">Sam McIvor, Chief Executive of B+LNZ, recognises the difficulties farmers face, saying, "We know many of our farmers are struggling, and although the lambing season results should be a reason to celebrate, profitability is a real challenge right now.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">"The sector is resilient, however, and has made it through hard times before and has come out the other side even stronger. Farmers know there are economic cycles and they&rsquo;re agile in responding by looking at every part of their expenditure to ensure it is delivering value.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">"The strong lamb crop is a testament to the skill of our farmers and will come as a welcome morale boost as we move into a possible drier period in some regions".</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">Many farmers have indicated that they plan to market lambs earlier than usual this year, aiming to have more lambs processed pre-Christmas. This was driven to a large degree by weather forecasts of a potential drought due to El Nino, but so far it has been wetter than usual. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">"Weather is something farmers are used to navigating though. The real challenges for farmers the last few years have come from spiralling costs and the challenging global market situation, as well as fears of further increased costs from regulation.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">"B+LNZ continues to work with industry partners such as Federated Farmers, DairyNZ and DINZ to ensure the new Government delivers on its promises for a more enabling and supportive environment for farmers".&nbsp; &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="EN-US">The response so far from government has been encouraging, McIvor says, but it will be about getting the detail right.&nbsp;</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-13 00:05:08  2025-07-30 02:26:42  Details Edit Delete
6958  Experts welcome holiday season with insight on latest charcuterie trends  Consumers encouraged to make this year’s holiday charcuterie board the best one yet.  <p style="font-weight: 400;">While no one holiday gathering is the same, certain traditional elements are consistent with parties this time of year. Lights and decorations adorn roofs, walls and fixtures, surrounded by beloved friends and family in the warmth of an inviting home. And of course, what holiday party is complete without an appetizing spread of delicious food?</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Charcuterie has become an integral part of holiday celebrations for people throughout the country, as charcuterie boards - consisting of meat, cheese, acid, crunch and a &ldquo;wow&rdquo; factor &mdash; are especially popular this time of year. The charcuterie experts at Columbus, a subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation, are well aware of this emerging phenomenon, and as experts, they have their collective finger on the pulse of what&rsquo;s trending in this space.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"We know more than three-quarters of those who have tried charcuterie love it", said Sean McNeil, senior brand manager for the&nbsp;Columbus<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;brand. "On social media, the visually appealing and engaging nature of charcuterie shines as trending content. There are 2.5 billion #charcuterie hashtags on TikTok, and there are 3.3 million #charcuterie posts on Instagram. And according to research from Exploding Topics, online consumer searches for &lsquo;charcuterie board&rsquo; continue to spike, up 800% in five years".</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">With the holiday season upon us, now is the time to explore the latest charcuterie trends to enable consumers to take their holiday boards to the next level.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Charcuterie is a staple at holiday events and parties, and for good reason", said Evan Inada, charcuterie director at Columbus. &ldquo;Charcuterie boards are easy to assemble, and it&rsquo;s a great opportunity to get creative and try something new.&rdquo;</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Consider the following tips and tricks from Inada and his team of experts:</p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">WOW THE CROWD:&nbsp;Make your holiday board memorable with engaging elements that will impress your guests, providing not only delicious flavors, but an unforgettable experience as well. Consider adding chocolate or even leftover Halloween candy to the mix. Sweet and spicy candied ginger is another potential addition that provides an element of surprise to any charcuterie bite.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">BRING THE HEAT:&nbsp;Use a flame to introduce a brulee of cheese, such as brie or goat cheese, to your holiday board. Consider adding &ldquo;heat&rdquo; in the spicy sense, too. The &ldquo;Sun Kissed&rdquo; combination - just one of a wide selection of Perfect Charcuterie Bites developed by the&nbsp;Columbus<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;brand team - marries the heat of&nbsp;Columbus<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;hot capicolla with the buttery flavor of a young Mah&oacute;n cheese and a slightly charred fresh pineapple spear.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">EASY ON THE EYE:&nbsp;Charcuterie is meant to be an experience. While taste is perhaps the foremost part of that experience, presentation is also important. Use of food molds, cutouts with knives, and cookie cutters can add eye-pleasing elements to a holiday board. Try adding a festive centerpiece, too, like Santa or a snowman. Make it fun!</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">DON&rsquo;T FORGET THE DRINKS:&nbsp;Cocktail and mocktail pairings help enhance the flavors in salumi and accoutrements, making it ideal for holiday parties. Entertaining expert Paul Zahn, TV host and cocktail guru, recommends a dry lemon martini or perhaps a pear elderflower non-alcoholic spritz to pair with the Bold and Bleu bite. Certain meats also pair best with particular types of beer or whiskey, as the&nbsp;Columbus<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;brand team demonstrated earlier this year. The pairing options are endless. Said Zahn: "Pairing beverages with your holiday charcuterie is the perfect way to elevate any soiree!"</li> </ul> <p style="font-weight: 400;">Need more charcuterie inspiration? Many Perfect Charcuterie Bites are available on the&nbsp;Columbus<sup>&reg;</sup>&nbsp;Craft Meats website, all of which encourage aspiring charcutiers to try something unique and draw new inspiration for their own board making.</p> <p style="font-weight: 400;">"Our Perfect Charcuterie Bite recipes have a balance of savory, acidic and sweet flavors, and complementary textures, so the flavors come together to create something magical that&rsquo;s greater than the sum of its parts,&rdquo; Inada said. &ldquo;Whether you&rsquo;re new to charcuterie or a seasoned charcutier, our team at Columbus aspires to be a resource for everyone around the holidays to make sure this year&rsquo;s charcuterie board is the best one yet".</p>    Retail adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-13 00:10:25  2025-07-30 09:56:58  Details Edit Delete
6959  ABPA celebrates new pre-listing for Brazil, now for Singapore  The Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) celebrated the new announcement made this week by the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil, regarding the recognition system equivalence and consequent pre-listing for meat exported by Brazil. Now it is Singapore, one of the largest importers of pork and chicken from Brazil. The authorization is valid for both fresh and processed products.  <p>Pre-listing authorizes all companies authorized by the Federal Inspection System (ie, authorized by the Brazilian ministry) to request authorization to export their products to this destination.&nbsp;Previously, qualification was carried out individually, with documentary analysis by the authorities in the Asian country.&nbsp;Now, the Singaporean missions will focus on validating Brazil's inspection system.</p> <p>In practice, more companies will be able to access this market, as it reduces bureaucracy and democratizes exports to this market, which has high added value and is one of the most important destinations for our exports.&nbsp;In the case of pork, it is the fifth main destination in 2023, with total imports of 57.9 thousand tons between January and November, generating revenue of US$148 million.&nbsp;The country is also the eleventh largest importer of chicken meat from Brazil, with 121 thousand tons in the first eleven months of this year, with revenue of US$ 264.8 million.</p> <p>"Singapore is a strategic and high-value-added market for animal proteins from Brazil.&nbsp;We hope to gain even more competitiveness there, increasing the number of players that will operate in exports", analyzes ABPA's markets director, Lu&iacute;s Rua.</p> <p>This year, before Singapore, the United Kingdom, Chile and Cuba established the same equivalence system.</p> <p>"There is a solid increase in the adoption of pre-listing for Brazilian exports.&nbsp;This is an important recognition of the credibility of our system and our country in terms of preserving processes, meeting criteria and the high quality of production and inspection, allowing unprecedented advances in the country's exports.&nbsp;It is also the result of extensive strategic work by the Ministry of Agriculture, with the support of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, to open and expand new markets for the country", advises the president of ABPA, Ricardo Santin.</p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-13 00:15:40  2025-07-30 03:58:16  Details Edit Delete
6960  EMN INTERVIEWS: Jonathan Eckley, AHDB - Anuga 2023        Events adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-18 00:20:49  2025-07-30 06:14:03  Details Edit Delete
6961  2023: a year in review of the Australian cattle market  Change, confidence and cyclicity will be remembered as the hallmarks of the Australian cattle industry in 2023, according to Meat and Livestock Australia.  <p><span lang="DE">Compared to 12 months ago, the industry is in a very different but similarly positive state.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The industry has changed from the lofty price period of 2020&ndash;2022. The cyclical nature of the herd has reached its maturity stage and ever-changing confidence and sentiment has genuinely dictated market performance in the face of typical supply and demand fundamentals.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Most in industry would agree that 12 months ago, the expectation was for the market to move lower in 2023. Those expectations were accurate, to an extent. The market fundamentally moved faster and harder than historical prices had seen in a very long time.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">At the market&rsquo;s lowest point in mid-October, prices ranged anywhere from 58%&ndash;70% lower than year ago levels and anywhere from 32% to 52% lower than 10-year averages. The same prices 12 months earlier were all above 5- and 10-year averages by some margin. This gives context to how significant the decline in price has been in 2023. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">There were several factors that drove the downturn, many of which have been discussed at length this year. Supply, weak buying demand, higher numbers of stock on-farm and critically, confidence. It could be said that there has never been a more seismic shift in the confidence of Australian livestock producers in such a short time than what has played out in 2023.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">At a generalised level across the country, seasonal conditions have been significantly better than 2019 when the country was enduring its worst drought in memory for many places. Although prices this year have fallen further and more substantially than that drought period ever reached, the driver of this decline is confidence.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Market confidence, and particularly producer confidence, is driven by either current weather conditions or the weather forecast and subsequently, market prices. This confidence in turn influences buying behaviour and demand or lack thereof and as a result market and price performance. Consider the last two years, where producers&rsquo; confidence in the outlook and current weather conditions with grass and water available saw this intense demand drive the market to record highs week-on-week.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Now consider the intense media and industry scrutiny on El Ni&ntilde;o that began early this year. Despite El Ni&ntilde;o not being formerly called as a weather pattern by the Bureau of Meteorology until September, the six months prior to this and the media attention driving broader industry discussion reverberated and manifested negative sentiment within the market. &nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">As this negative sentiment loudened and broadened in reach, it continued to remove buyer confidence to compete in the market, which weakened demand due to the drying weather and the dry outlook. Lower demand from a lack of confidence in basic macro-economic principles at a time of increasing supply created the perfect storm for cattle prices to fall below 10-year averages.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This lack of confidence in the market has had a major impact on price performance in 2023, more so than the Australian cattle market has ever seen, or at least since the 1970s beef crash.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Cattle production is a long-term play, from a genetic decision being made to a general turn-off time of that beast, upwards of two to two and a half years is a common timeline. Cattle producers know things take time and as a result, the cyclical nature of the industry in line with weather patterns and other global dynamics ensures that the longer-term structural dynamics of prices will change.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Producers and the industry have been in challenging operating and market conditions before like they have been for most of 2023 and every time that has occurred, the industry and the producer has found ways to overcome these challenges.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">There is no question that the longer-term demand and fundamentals of cattle and beef production for Australia remains exceptionally strong. Changing herd dynamics in the United States, a continually growing affluent middle class across the world demanding high quality consistent beef and a resilient domestic consumer who prioritise beef in their shopping baskets are three key examples.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The past six weeks have shown how quickly rain can change sentiment in the market and uplift prices, meaning the market to end 2023 is moving back towards where it should have most likely fallen to, not the lows it found itself in, in October.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">There is no question there have been challenges for all parts of the sector and its supply chain in 2023, although with recent rain, falling retail prices, strong exports and rising processor throughput, the outlook for the sector remains exceptionally strong.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Monitoring the United States&rsquo; dynamic into mid-2024 will be a key factor in providing support to feeder and finished cattle prices as their production volumes fall.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Looking domestically, the efforts and investment producers have made in genetics and improving infrastructure and on-farm management over the past three years will continue to pay dividends with better performance of their herds. This will become more apparent when seasonal conditions become more challenging as the herds&rsquo; productivity remains strong with high turn-off weights and better fertility despite difficult seasonal conditions.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Next year will be an exciting year for cattle producers and the industry more broadly, as the outlook remains very positive with the fundamentals of the sector in a very solid position.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-14 00:05:35  2025-07-30 06:45:09  Details Edit Delete
6962  Rabobank: Global animal protein outlook 2024  Animal protein production will keep growing in 2024, but at a slower pace, as margins remain tight. The fact that animal protein companies continue to grow production and deliver on customer expectations amid such challenging market conditions is a testament to their resilience and flexibility. Despite a cost-of-living crisis putting pressure on consumer finances, there continues to be demand for animal protein, and companies have been able to overcome challenges, from high costs to regulatory uncertainty and disease, to capitalize on it.  <p><span lang="DE">Some market conditions should improve in 2024 as input costs ease and as some consumers become more used to the uncertainties around them. However, other changes in market conditions are structural in nature rather than cyclical and so will add ongoing costs and changes &ndash; creating some opportunities and some risks.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">"For companies to sustain the success of the past few years, it&rsquo;s essential that they adapt to the structural changes in the market. Instead of simply riding out the storm, animal protein businesses need to take stock of their strengths and prepare to transition their supply chains to operating in an environment with high costs and tight margins. Companies should double down on improving their productivity, review their existing portfolios, strengthen supply chain partnerships, increase investment in new product development, and adjust their pricing strategies to navigate the challenges of the coming year", says Justin Sherrard, Global Strategist - Animal Protein.</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Although it is slowing, production growth will still be relatively robust in Brazil, will marginally increase in China and Oceania, and will actually accelerate in Southeast Asia, while contracting in other markets. While beef, pork, and wild catch seafood are down, poultry and aquaculture show the strongest growth across the species.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">North America</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Beef production in the US continues to contract with the cycle, overshadowing changes in other species. Poultry will benefit from consumer preferences, while pork still needs to rebalance. The outlook for Mexico is slightly more positive.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Europe</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">There are ongoing production pressures for all species, given disease risks, market- and regulatory-driven production system changes, and lower exports. Poultry consumption is set to grow, while pork and beef will decline.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">China</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Slow consumption will continue to pressure the animal protein system in 2024. Poultry is best placed, with steady growth in production and consumption. Pork and beef markets will remain under most pressure, as the market is well supplied, at least in 1H 2024.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Brazil</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Production is set to grow for all species, supported by export opportunities. Pork will grow fastest, followed by poultry. Disease remains a downside risk, especially for poultry.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Southeast Asia</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">The recovering economic situation and easing of disease pressures should support production growth in 2024. Pork leads growth, although is subject to ongoing ASF pressure, followed by poultry. Beef will only see minor change from 2023.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Australia &amp; New Zealand</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">The rebuilding of Australia&rsquo;s beef herd means production and exports will grow in 2024. New Zealand&rsquo;s production is expected to slow slightly for beef and expand slightly for sheepmeat.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Salmon</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">2024 will be an inflection point for supply. Prices will soften mildly but will remain at elevated levels, continuing the period of high margins.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Shrimp</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">2024 remains full of uncertainty. Shrimp faces a difficult oversupply situation, which can only be resolved by lower supply or higher demand.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Alternative protein</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Consolidation of products and companies is underway and will continue in 2024.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Aquafeed</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Potential minibans may affect the pace of fishing. El Ni&ntilde;o is likely to persist through 1H 2024, and price normalization of fish meal depends on catch rates.</span></p> <p><strong><span lang="DE">Feed and forage</span></strong></p> <p><span lang="DE">Feed price relief will continue into 2024. Falling costs are helping to restore margins, but outside factors continue to add uncertainty.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-14 00:10:24  2025-07-30 00:43:08  Details Edit Delete
6963  USMEF: Beef exports show modest rebound  October beef exports remained well below last year’s large totals but improved from September, led by stronger demand in Mexico and Taiwan, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).  <p>Beef exports totaled 104,446 mt in October, down 17% from a year ago but 6% above the low volume posted in September. Export value was $836 million, down 11% year-over-year but 5% higher than September. January-October exports of U.S. beef reached 1.08 million mt, down 13% from the record pace of 2022, while value fell 17% to $8.32 billion.&nbsp;</p> <p>"On the beef side, economic headwinds in our largest Asian markets continue to weigh on demand, as consumers trade down to lower-priced proteins", said USMEF President and CEO Dan Halstrom. "The recovery in Asia&rsquo;s foodservice sector has been limited, but we remain hopeful that it will accelerate in 2024. Recent efforts to jump-start economic activity in these countries and address weakened currencies could also improve the business climate".&nbsp;</p> <p>A vibrant foodservice sector and a strong peso have combined to provide excellent momentum for U.S. beef exports to Mexico. While Mexico remains a preferred destination for underutilized cuts from the round, cuts from the chuck and rib complex are also achieving heightened demand in Mexico, where October exports increased 13% from a year ago to 18,456 mt, while value climbed 27% to $108.4 million. January-October exports to Mexico increased 15% to 171,399 mt, valued at $975.8 million - up an impressive 25%.</p> <p>After a slow start to the year, Taiwan&rsquo;s demand for U.S. beef fared better in the second and third quarters, and October exports totaled 4,923 mt, up 10% from a year ago, while value increased 17% to $54.6 million. This performance pushed January-October volume to Taiwan to 53,004 mt, down 6% from last year&rsquo;s record pace, while value was down 17% to $539.5 million. The United States continues to be the dominant supplier of chilled beef to Taiwan, capturing 76% of the chilled import market.&nbsp;</p> <p>Led by record shipments to Costa Rica and growth in Honduras, Panama, El Salvador and Nicaragua, October beef exports to Central America climbed 23% from a year ago to 2,047 mt, while value soared 42% to $14.9 million &ndash; the highest in nearly two years. January-October shipments to the region moved 1% ahead of last year&rsquo;s pace at 17,087 mt, with value increasing 3% to $120.4 million. Although October exports to leading market Guatemala were below last year, January-October shipments still increased 8% from last year&rsquo;s record pace to 7,634 mt, valued at $59.4 million.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Other January-October results for U.S. beef exports include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>October beef export volume to the Caribbean was down slightly year-over-year at 2,094 mt, but export value still increased 16% to $18.9 million. January-October exports to the region dipped 6% to 22,303 mt, while value increased 5% to $207.3 million, with exports trending higher in both volume and value to the Dominican Republic, the Bahamas and the Netherlands Antilles. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>Beef exports to Africa, which are almost entirely variety meat, nearly doubled year-over-year in October, increasing 93% to 1,165 mt, while value jumped 69% to $2 million. Led by growth throughout the year in South Africa and Cote D&rsquo;Ivoire and an October bump from Gabon, January-October shipments to Africa increased 58% to 18,143 mt, valued at $22.5 million (up 28%).&nbsp;</li> <li>Europe&rsquo;s demand for U.S. beef gained momentum in October, with combined export volume to the European Union and United Kingdom up 15% from a year ago to 1,653 mt, while value jumped 67% to $26.7 million. January-October shipments to the region increased 7% to 17,923 mt, while value was 15% higher at $247.4 million.&nbsp;</li> <li>With Hong Kong&rsquo;s tourism and business travel sectors recovering to some degree, beef exports have trended higher in 2023. Through October, shipments to Hong Kong increased 14% from a year ago to 32,991 mt, valued at $343.9 million (up 4%).&nbsp;</li> <li>While the positive results detailed above have offset some of the decline following the 2021-22 surge in U.S. beef&rsquo;s largest Asian destinations &ndash; South Korea, Japan and China &ndash; the slowdown in demand in these markets continued in October. Through the first 10 months of the year, exports to Japan fell 22% to 205,381 mt, valued at $1.52 billion (down 25%). Exports to Korea were down 16% to 207,344 mt, valued at $1.75 billion (down 25%), while exports to China fell 25% in volume (160,773 mt) and 28% in value ($13.6 billion).&nbsp;</li> <li>Beef export value equated to $389.90 per head of fed slaughter in October, down 9% from a year ago. The January-October average was $395.40, down 14%. Exports accounted for 13% of total October beef production and 10.7% for muscle cuts only, each down about 2.5 percentage points from a year ago. The January-October ratios were 14.1% of total production and 11.8% for muscle cuts, down from 15.4% and 13.2%, respectively, in the first 10 months of 2022.&nbsp;</li> </ul>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-14 00:15:39  2025-07-30 04:42:29  Details Edit Delete
6964  PERDUE releases Air Fryer Ready Crispy Wings  Now available in the USA, PERDUE’s new Air Fryer Ready™ Crispy Wings, available in Roasted, Hot N’ Spicy and Lemon Pepper varieties, are the first ever at-home wings specifically formulated for air frying.   <p style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: 400;">Packed with rich flavor, the new offering is mess-free and allows you to prepare restaurant quality wings quickly and easily at home.</p> <p style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: 400;">To celebrate the release,&nbsp;for a limited time and limited quantity, the number-one brand of fresh chicken in the U.S. is&nbsp;giving wing lovers the best way to wing with&nbsp;The Ultimate at Home Wing Kit.&nbsp;Featuring everything you need to conveniently make crispy and delicious wings at home, including a brand-new air fryer, 100 limited-release kits are available for just $10&mdash;less than the cost of an average takeout order. Say goodbye to cold, soggy takeout wings!</p> <p style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: 400;">"When ordering takeout, many of us have experienced the disappointing bite of not-so-crispy wings. Knowing 75% of households in the U.S. have air fryers, Perdue saw an opportunity to create the first of its kind chicken wing uniquely made for the air fryer, conveniently delivering the crispiest wings in just 16-18 minutes", says Cody Walter, senior marketing manager at Perdue Foods. "To end the takeout vs. at-home wing debate, we wanted to show wing lovers the best way to wing is at home, and with an air fryer. That&rsquo;s why we&rsquo;re offering 100 limited-release Ultimate at Home Wing Kits for less than the price of a standard takeout order, so you can skip takeout and enjoy crispy wings at home, anytime - whether it&rsquo;s for football game days, upcoming family and friend gatherings, or a mealtime favorite".</p> <p style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: 400;">The kit includes a package of each new wing flavor, a four-quart air fryer, a &ldquo;Crispy Business&rdquo; apron, one pair of tongs, a tote bag, and a coupon redeemable at participating retailers.</p> <p style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: 400;">Like all Perdue products, Air Fryer Ready&trade; Crispy Wings are made from chicken raised without antibiotics, hormones or steroids, fed an all-vegetarian diet and raised cage free. Packed with rich flavor and so crispy that it&rsquo;s hard to believe they were made at home, Air Fryer Ready&trade; Crispy Wings are available in three delicious mouthwatering flavors:</p> <ul> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Hot N&rsquo; Spicy Air Fryer Ready&trade; Crispy Wings&nbsp;are a burst of fiery flavor. Coated in a paprika-based bold spice blend, these wings are sure to test your tastebuds.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Lemon Pepper Air Fryer Ready&trade; Crispy Wings&nbsp;offer a savory and tangy bite with zesty undertones from lemon oil and lemon juice, and feature a subtle warmth from turmeric and onion, delivering a bold flavor in every bite.</li> <li style="font-weight: 400;">Roasted Air Fryer Ready&trade; Crispy Wings&nbsp;are a perfectly crispy savory wing that is sure to be a crowd pleaser. Each bite is packed with a variety of balanced flavors like onion and garlic, followed by deliciously juicy, tender chicken.</li> </ul>    Retail adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-15 00:05:27  2025-07-30 02:11:45  Details Edit Delete
6965  Australian drought impact on NZ livestock markets  The B+LNZ Insights Team has compiled the Australia Market Situation Report, in response to farmer interest, aiming to provide a comprehensive understanding of the current dynamics in Australia. The report focuses on the build-up of capital stock and the influence of weather patterns on international red meat markets, particularly their impact on New Zealand prices.  <p><span lang="DE">After several years of favourable weather conditions, resulting in a substantial increase in livestock numbers, Australia faced dry conditions in Q3 of 2023.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Consequently, Australian farmers have swiftly downsized their herds and flocks, leading to a notable increase in the supply of sheep meat and beef in New Zealand's key markets during the latter half of the 2022-23 season, with expectations that this trend will persist into 2023-24.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the first 11 months of 2023, the processing of Australian lambs and sheep witnessed a 7 percent increase, while cattle processing recorded a significant 16 percent rise compared to 2022.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In the year to October 2023, Australia exported 84,000 tonnes more sheepmeat and 173,000 tonnes more beef than it did in the same period in 2022.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">This surplus supply has entered the international trade arena at a time when demand is fragile, particularly in China, contributing to a decline in prices for prime livestock in New Zealand, particularly lambs and sheep; uncharacteristic for this time of the year, where prices are typically higher.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Mutton and lamb prices are 45% and 15% below the five-year average, respectively. Beef prices are only 1% below the five-year average. Beef has held up better due to the global beef market being much bigger.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">While there has been an increase in supply of beef from Australia, some other major producers like the US and Canada have been experiencing drought for a while and their exports are down, while demand for imports has remained up.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Unfortunately, these diminished prices coincide with elevated on-farm costs, resulting in forecasted profits averaging more than 60 percent lower than two years prior.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Many farmers are anticipated to operate at a loss this year due to this challenging scenario.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The decline in prices in New Zealand, however, is a lot less significant than what has happened in Australia and what Australian processing companies are selling for in markets. In some markets (like the US and UK where we sell legs and racks) New</span><span lang="DE"> </span><span lang="DE">Zealand has been able to differentiate itself from Australian product as our smaller cuts are valued by our customers.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The duration of downward pressure on international markets hinges on the severity and duration of the dry conditions and drought in Australia, coupled with the pace of recovery in China's economy and demand.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">Expectations of any improvements in the China market will become clearer as pre-order sales commence for Chinese New Year, providing insights into the market's trajectory by the middle of December.&nbsp;</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">The Australian drought has sent ripples through New Zealand's livestock markets, impacting prices, and challenging the profitability of local farmers. The longer-term situation will become clearer over the coming months.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-15 00:10:35  2025-07-30 04:30:50  Details Edit Delete
6966  Spain: The reality of the white meat, available to consumers  One of the priority objectives of the White Pork Interprofessional (INTERPORC) is to offer truthful and scientifically proven information to the consumer about white pork meat and products: their nutritional properties; of the benefits of its consumption within a balanced diet ; and the way in which the Spanish pork sector works to bring food to their tables with the maximum guarantees of quality and food safety and produced with the utmost respect for the environment and care for animal welfare. To achieve these objectives, the interprofessional carries out numerous actions in different areas and aimed at all audiences.  <p><span lang="DE">On the one hand, INTERPORC participates in scientific symposiums that endorse the benefits of consuming pork, works with universities and technology centers in research into increasingly healthier meat products, and collaborates with institutions such as the Spanish Society of Primary Care Physicians ( SEMERGEN), the Spanish Society of Out-of-hospital Pediatrics and Primary Care (SEPEAP), the College of Nursing or the Spanish Society for the Study of Obesity (SEEDO).</span></p> <p><span lang="DE">In order to reach consumers directly, INTERPORC carries out numerous healthy cooking workshops aimed at adults and children to inform them about the properties of pork meat and products, sponsors sporting events and attends prominent fairs, national and international events in which he performs&nbsp;showcokings, masterclasses&nbsp;, nutritional talks or contests.&nbsp;All, with the sole objective of spreading the healthy properties of white pig products.</span></p>    Market adrian.lazar@industriacarnii.ro 2023-12-15 00:15:57  2025-07-30 06:45:29  Details Edit Delete
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