Articles tagged under: pork
Pork Industry Seeks to Better Understand African Swine Fever
Published March 18, 2019
China’s pig herd declined 16.6 percent in February compared to one year ago, according to the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China. That loss is attributed to African Swine Fever, a contagious virus that’s…ASF is Likely “A Bigger Problem”
Published March 18, 2019
The Swine Health Information Center in Ames, Iowa is closely watching the African Swine Fever reports from the Chinese government and people on the ground. Executive Director Paul Sundberg says ASF is likely a bigger problem than what’s being reported.…China Pork Demand a Wildcard
Published March 18, 2019
After months of unknowns of how or when African Swine Fever could bring more demand of U.S. pork, the U.S. is reporting sales of approximately 24,000 metric tons of pork to China. The purchase is considered one of the highest…China Buys U.S. Pork
Published March 15, 2019
The U.S. sold approximately 24,000 metric tons of pork to China in the latest reporting week. This was the first significant Chinese purchase of U.S. pork in two years. China is facing a serious problem with African Swine Fever and…Ag Outlook Conference: Record Meat Production
Published February 25, 2019
U.S. meat production is projected to break new records this year. Commercial beef production for 2019 is forecast to increase three percent to 27.6 billion pounds. That would break the previous record set in 2002. Commercial pork production is projected…U.S. Pork Faces Hurdle in Japanese Market
Published February 21, 2019
Japan has established a new safeguard trigger on pork imports that could influence U.S. farmers. This new trigger applies to all U.S. pork exports after trade volumes reach a certain level. Canada and other members of the new Trans Pacific…Supreme Court Rejects State Livestock Standards Lawsuit
Published January 8, 2019
The U.S. Supreme Court will not hear two cases on state livestock standards. California has established cage standards for egg-laying hens. Massachusetts has similar laws blocking the sale of eggs, pork and veal based on the size of their housing.…Pork Export Volumes Increase
Published December 14, 2018
According to USMEF and USDA, October pork export volume was 207,725 metric tons. That’s the largest since May, but still two percent lower year-over-year, reflecting smaller variety meat exports. Export value was also the largest since May, but still down…China Taking Steps to Increase ASF Reporting
Published November 26, 2018
The Chinese agriculture ministry is taking steps to increase reporting of African Swine Fever cases in the country. Experts suspect that the 60 outbreaks reported in 18 Chinese provinces may not be an accurate number. The ministry has made it…