China readies live hog futures contract, but several key challenges remain
A report from Reuters has revealed that China’s long-awaited live hog futures contract, which will offer…
Author Iain Hoey
New report outlines global ASF situation
A new report from the OIE outlines a historical view of country outbreaks since 2016,…
China continues to take more EU pork, whilst its own pig prices rebound
EU fresh/frozen pork exports were up on the year again in May, largely driven by…
British finished pig prices drop as retail and export demand weakens
In the week ending 25 July, the EU-spec SPP slipped by 0.43p on the week…
Global pork production to be back in growth from 2021
The OECD and FAO have jointly published the latest report on the World Agricultural Outlook for…
UK pork exports drop by 2% in May
The disruption caused by COVID-19 can be seen in May trading figures, with UK pork exports recording…
Calls for fresh samples as free rodenticide resistance testing service resumes
Free DNA testing for rodenticide resistance in rats and mice has resumed with the Campaign…
RBST urges keepers to continue ‘crucial’ registration of rare breeds amid show cancellations
The Rare Breeds Survival Trust (RBST) has warned of a set-back for the conservation of rare livestock…
Brazilian pork exports up by almost 40%
Brazilian fresh/frozen pork exports were nearly 40% higher in the firt half of 2020 comparted to…
Uncertainties ahead for global pork market as Covid-19 impact to be ‘long-lasting’
More uncertainty lies ahead for the global pork market, according to Rabobank, which has revised down…