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International cereal prices increased across all major grains in August.

The increase reflected higher poultry, pig and ovine meat prices, which were partly offset by lower bovine meat quotations.

According to ANICE, Spanish pork exports to Japan and Mexico lost nearly €350 million in value in the first half of 2026.

Pork exports trended lower in July, but remain higher year-to-date.

The County Government of Vihiga has issued an advisory over a suspected outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in Sabatia Sub County.

A caterer in Naari, Meru County, Kenya, has transformed leftover food from her catering business into a successful pig-farming enterprise.

Competitive dynamics are reshaping global pork exporter positions. Brazil has surpassed Canada to become the world’s third-largest pork exporter, after the EU and US.

Global pork trade has shifted away from a China-driven model toward a more fragmented and regionally distributed market.

FAO, WHO and WOAH highlight the economic benefits of One Health investment and call for stronger prevention and Veterinary Services.

During the first six months of the year, Spain produced 2.76 million metric tons of pork (carcass weight), a 3.2% increase over the same period in 2025.

Since the first detection of the disease in late July, Finland has confirmed 35 ASF cases in wild boar, all in the municipality of Virolahti.

Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has lifted African swine fever (ASF) quarantine restrictions in Kalangala District.

Small-scale pig farmers in Eastern Cape, are raising concerns over a suspected outbreak of African swine fever following the deaths of large numbers of pigs.

Nigeria has opened its market to a broader range of U.S. red meat.

Rabobank expects U.S. hog slaughter to gradually recover but remain below 2025 levels through the second half of 2026.

Thousands of farmers participating in Uganda’s Parish Development Model (PDM) are set to gain improved access to quality pig breeding stock.

More than 20 farms in some county in Kenya have been affected by an African swine fever (ASF) outbreak.

A suspected outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in Yambio County, Western Equatoria State, South Sudan.

The second outbreak of African swine fever in domestic pigs in the country was detected on August 9.

South Africa’s largest recorded outbreak of ASF in commercial piggeries, which affected farms during the 2025/26 season, has been contained.

South Africa’s pig industry is preparing for changes in breeding herd management following the revision of the South African Pork Producers’ Organisation (SAPPO) welfare code.

Global wheat, maize, and sorghum prices increased while barley prices fell.

July saw the first monthly decline in 2026, reflecting lower quotations across all meat categories except ovine meat.

Many pig farmers in Ghana are refusing veterinary officers access to their farms, making it more difficult to monitor and control ASF.

Pork production grew by 3.3% in the first half of the year while the swine herd remained stable.

The Federal Ministry of Livestock Development has extended support to pig farmers affected by the African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in Plateau State.

African swine fever is spreading beyond South Africa traditional control zones.

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) presented a blueprint for a new global approach to tackle transboundary animal diseases.

African swine fever has been detected in Finland for the first time, with the virus identified in wild boar found in the country's southeast. The authorities have established a restricted zone.

The plan aims to strengthen core surveillance, expand collaborative networks, and embrace innovation.

Reinstating Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (mCOOL) for beef and pork would impose significant costs.

EU pigmeat production and consumption are forecast to remain stable, while exports are expected to remain resilient, supported by lower prices.

Global pork production is expected to slow in the second half of the year, while prices are likely remain weak in the short term, according to Rabobank.

USDA is making available $35 million for partnerships to respond to the threat feral swine pose to American agriculture, landscapes and human and livestock health.

The virus, which causes striking symptoms, was recently detected in a piglet in Flanders for the first time.

The European Commission has published recommendations clarifying when veterinarians may use the cascade despite the availability of an authorized veterinary medicinal product.

South Africa's pork prices have fallen as market oversupply replaces earlier shortages, bringing relief to consumers and retailers.

South Africa could face higher pork prices as African swine fever (ASF) continues to affect pig farms.

China imported 390,000 tonnes of pork in the first half of 2026, while offal imports declined by just 4.8% year-on-year.

The authorization contributes to Brazil's market diversification and strengthens trade relations with countries on the African continent.

Sunyani Central Prison in Ghana has launched a piggery project aimed at equipping inmates with practical livestock farming skills while boosting food production and generating additional income for the facility.

South Africa's pork industry is recovering as outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) and foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) have slowed significantly.

African swine fever has hit Gauteng hard, affecting over 69,000 pigs and costing South Africa's pork industry more than R10 million.

Authorities in Malawi's Neno District have imposed a two-week suspension on pig sales following a suspected outbreak of African swine fever.

Kakamega County in Kenya has issued a public alert over a suspected outbreak of African swine fever (ASF) in Shinyalu and Ikolomani sub-counties.

Pig farmers in Plateau State, Nigeria, have raised concerns over a severe outbreak of African swine fever

May pork exports to Japan, Colombia, and Central America offset lower totals for Mexico.

New data show antibiotic use remains substantially lower than a decade ago.

The initiative will strengthen coordination among members of the Quadripartite Alliance in the Americas (FAO, WOAH, PAHO/WHO and UNEP).

WOAH report warns aid cuts leave the world dangerously exposed to transboundary diseases, food insecurity and the next pandemic.

A recent OECD study examines two transmission channels through which an oil price shock may affect agricultural markets: higher fertilizer costs and stronger biofuel demand.

Rwanda government is seeking greater investment in animal feed production to support its expanding livestock sector.

An outbreak of African swine fever has placed the West Region of Cameroon on high alert after cases were confirmed in Bafoussam and Mbouda.

Ten years after its adoption, the European Commission has published an evaluation of the EU Animal Health Law.

World wheat, maize, barley, and sorghum prices fell month-on-month.

The increase was primarily driven by higher international poultry meat prices and, to a lesser extent, firmer ovine meat quotations, while pig and bovine meat prices declined.

Slow demand growth in high-income regions where environmental concerns and changing dietary preferences weigh on consumption.

There were 5,905 ASF outbreaks during the first half of this year, with more cases in wild boars and fewer outbreaks on farms compared to 2025.

Pork represented 13% of meat-related food safety notifications, and the animal welfare reporting network saw a major surge in activity during 2025.

The pace of global meat production growth is anticipated to moderate in 2026 according to the FAO Food Outlook.