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More than 50 scientists, managers, businessmen, and manufacturers attended the launching event of the Vietnam Pig Operation (VPO), marking a turning point in promoting the sustainable development of the pig industry in Vietnam.

These proposals aim to strengthen farmers' position and restore the trust between actors in the agri-food supply chain.

The EU-Mercosur agreement eliminates over 90% of tariffs but faces challenges due to agricultural and environmental concerns.

The EU Council defines key objectives of the CAP, including sustainability, administrative simplification, and support for small producers.

The CVMP will re-evaluate dosages of first-line veterinary antibiotics to improve their efficacy and limit bacterial resistance.

Listeriosis cases reached their highest level since 2007, while campylobacteriosis and salmonellosis remained the most frequently reported zoonotic diseases in the EU.

Representatives of international organizations discussed and designed strategies that promote productive efficiency, social equity, and resilience, through evidence-based approaches, consensus, and adaptation to the new geopolitical and technological realities.

The decline was mainly due to lower international pig meat prices.

Global wheat, barley, sorghum, and rice prices declined in November while maize prices remained stable.

Of the total 930,000 ha, 70% is in excellent condition and the remaining 30% in very good condition. In fact, 21% already have an almost assured good yield because they have received more than 60 mm in the last 10 days.

Three outbreaks on farms have affected a total of 1701 susceptible animals.

The European Commission officially launched the European Board on Agriculture and Food (EBAF), thus taking up on one of the recommendations of the final report of the Strategic Dialogue on the Future of Agriculture.

EU deforestation rules are postponed until 2025, giving companies more time to adapt and maintain environmental targets.

New insights from the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) reveal that while fences can help control the spread of African Swine Fever (ASF) they need to be used alongside other measures for maximum effectiveness.

The recent opening incorporates products that are especially valued in Asian markets.

The growth is principally driven by anticipated demand increases in the Republic of Korea, Mexico, and the Philippines.

The contraction in production in China, coupled with marginal declines in Thailand and Canada, is expected to offset growth in other key producing regions.

According to investigations, the carcass arrived on the banks of the Rhine River from the existing African swine fever restriction zone, therefore, no new restriction zones will be established.

Federal government reinforces pig farming with PAC funds.

The EU will lead efforts at COP29 to strengthen climate action, focusing on sustainable finance, energy transition, and carbon markets.

The June–August litter rate was the highest ever, at 11.72 pigs per litter.

Affected Gulf and East Coast ports will be reopened while negotiations continue.

World pig meat prices were unchanged, with global supplies adequately covering increased demand.

Higher slaughter numbers and carcase weights have helped production in key producing countries, according to AHDB.