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China seeks to implement grain-saving actions in the livestock industry to improve efficiency and save grain.

The FAO Cereal Price Index in December was relatively unchanged from November. For the year as a whole, the Index averaged 13.3% below the 2023 level.

By contrast, pig meat prices declined, underpinned by weaker-than-expected consumer demand in the European Union ahead of the winter holidays.

China's grain output reached 706.50 million tons for the first time in 2024.

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Exports to China had the largest reduction, explained in particular by reductions in exports of pigmeat.

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The European Commission has released its latest EU agricultural outlook report, which presents the market projections for EU agriculture until 2035.

The European Commission has released its latest EU agricultural outlook report, which presents the market projections for EU agriculture until 2035.

Now China is in the top three buyers of Russian pork products. At the end of the year shipments there may approach 50 thousand tons.

An investment in the UK’s main research and laboratory testing facility will bolster the country's fight against animal disease.

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.