China Sets New Record in Pork Production Amidst Market Challenges
In a significant development for the agricultural sector, China has reported an unprecedented level of pork production in 2023. Official figures released on Wednesday indicate that the country produced 57.94 million metric tons of pork last year, marking a 4.6% increase from 2022. This record-breaking production was primarily fueled by heightened slaughter activities in the […]
Live Export Ship Redirected to Australia Amid Rising Red Sea Tensions
A live export vessel carrying sheep and cattle, originally bound for the Middle East, has been redirected back to Australia due to escalating tensions in the Red Sea. The MV Bahijah, which set sail from the Port of Fremantle in Perth on January 5, was rerouted towards South Africa before the Federal Department of Agriculture […]
Cattle Australia Calls for Resolution in Live Export Class Action Against Government
Cattle Australia (CA) is urging for a fair resolution to the ongoing class action lawsuit concerning the 2011 government-imposed suspension of the live cattle export trade. Dr Chris Parker, Chief Executive Officer of CA, expressed profound disappointment following the Federal Government’s recent rejection of a settlement counteroffer from the claimants. Dr Parker criticised the government’s […]
Anna Nelson Breaks New Ground as Chair of Silver Fern Farms Co-operative
Anna Nelson has made history by becoming the first woman to chair a major New Zealand meat company, having been elected to lead Silver Fern Farms Co-operative. She succeeds Rob Hewett, who announced his retirement after a decade in the role and will step down at the cooperative’s annual meeting in May. Nelson, a farmer […]
Challenges in Scaling Cultivated Meat: Insights from Tufts University’s Cellular Agriculture Innovation Day
At the second annual Cellular Agriculture Innovation Day hosted by Tufts University, experts from various fields, including researchers, investors, and founders, gathered to discuss the future of cultivated meat. The event focused on the significant challenges in scaling and infrastructure that this emerging industry faces. Yossi Quint, the founder and CEO of Ark Biotech, a […]
USDA Introduces Innovative Remote Beef Grading Program
The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), led by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, has launched an innovative pilot program aimed at enhancing market access for cattle producers and meat processors. Announced on January 19, the Remote Grading Pilot for Beef, developed by the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS), is set to revolutionise the beef grading […]
US Sheep Industry’s Shift on Lamb Import Tariffs and Trump’s Potential Influence
The American Sheep Industry Association (ASI), the principal sheep lobby in the United States, has recently stepped back from its earlier push for tariffs on lamb imports from New Zealand and Australia. This development, however, is shadowed by the possibility of a change in policy if Donald Trump, known for his protectionist stance, returns to […]
JBT Ups Its Bid to Acquire Marel in a Strategic Move
Chicago’s John Bean Technologies (JBT) Corp. has revised its acquisition proposal for Marel, a prominent food equipment company. Announced on the 19th of January, JBT’s new plan is to commence a voluntary takeover in the first quarter of 2024, offering €3.6 ($3.91) per share for Marel. This updated bid surpasses JBT’s previous offer of €3.4 […]
Study Reveals Potential for Reducing Antibiotic Use in Pork Production by Preventing Common Swine Disease
As global concerns about antimicrobial resistance intensify, major investor groups are increasingly urging food service companies to minimise antimicrobial usage in their protein supply chains. In response, these companies are committing to antibiotic stewardship and seeking assistance from their protein suppliers. Banks Baker, Global Director of Product Sustainability at PIC, emphasised the growing consumer interest […]
Effective Tactics for Combating Pneumonia in Lambs During High-Risk Times
Pneumonia in lambs, particularly Chronic Non-Progressive Pneumonia, is a prevalent issue in farming. This condition, often caused by various pathogens like bacteria and viruses, leads to lung lesions. Its symptoms, such as reduced growth rate and respiratory distress post-exercise, though subtle, have significant implications for lamb health and farm efficiency. A comprehensive study spanning 2000 […]
