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Nigeria and Belgium launch Animal Biometrics Identification System (ABIS) to modernise livestock, boost trade and drive sustainable growth.

The Tanzania Pig Farmers Association hosts its first conference in Dar es Salaam, addressing African Swine Fever, nutrition, and quality pig farming.

In a bid to tackle the challenges facing the livestock sector, the Federal Government of Nigeria has unveiled the National Livestock Master Plan (M-LMP).

Total grain production is forecast to reach an all-time high, with increases for all crops, barring rye.

Farm Innovations Nigeria launches Vetwiz 2.0, an AI platform for livestock disease monitoring, outbreak alerts and diagnostics.

The initiative aims to simplify, clarify and modernise selected provisions across several pieces of EU food and feed safety legislation.

Ghana backs the $10 million second phase of the ECOWAS livestock development programme to enhance food security and transform the livestock sector.

The report maps locations of wild pigs and provincial prevention, management, and removal activities.

FAO and Nigeria have launched a strategy to boost African Swine Fever prevention, biosecurity and farmers’ training.

The Government of Ghana through the Ministry of Food and Agriculture (MoFA),has announced plans to rehabilitate seven national livestock breeding stations.

Stable pork production and reduced pork imports are expected in 2026.

July exports of U.S. pork were slightly below last year but accounted for a larger share of production.

International wheat and sorghum prices declined month-on-month, while maize and barley prices rose.

The rise was driven by continuing higher bovine and ovine meat prices, which outweighed largely stable pig meat quotations and lower poultry meat prices.

Provisional anti-dumping measures mean tariffs up to 62% for some EU pork exporters.

Nigeria’s government has partnered with ACCI and NACCIMA to boost livestock development, remove bottlenecks and strengthen the agricultural value chain.

FAO supports Nigeria’s agriculture with trained veterinary paraprofessionals, addressing gaps in animal health services in rural areas.

AMIE backs South Africa’s meat export plan, supporting government efforts to boost trade resilience amid foot-and-mouth disease challenges.

China's pork supply has increased recently, leading to a slight decline in pork prices.

This program will enhance the speed and accuracy of disease response efforts across the swine industry.

The Accra Veterinary Laboratory has confirmed the first cases of ASF in Sogakope, placing the area on code red after over 200 pig deaths.

Wild Pigs Canada offers a central source for tools, information, and resources to address the threat of invasive wild pigs.

Global export prices of barley and maize rose, while those of sorghum and wheat declined.

The increase was primarily driven by higher bovine and ovine meat prices, along a slight increase in poultry meat quotations, while pig meat prices declined.

Exports of U.S. pork bounced back in June, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

The new regulations intend to bring about a fairer pig supply chain.

African Swine Fever has been confirmed in Bredasdorp, Cape Agulhas Municipality, South Africa, with nearly 800 pigs quarantined.

Africa Re and partners launch Index-Based Livestock Insurance to protect 20,000 farmers in Northern Nigeria from climate-related losses.

PigX2 Congress 2025 Highlights Animal Welfare as Key to Swine Industry’s Future.

The Adamawa State Government in Northern Nigeria has allocated ₦5billion to upgrade and sustain the state’s agricultural sector.

Following a wide-ranging consultation, the Red Tractor Pigs Sector Board has confirmed it will move forward with creating new modules and labelling for outdoor pig production.

Regulatory clearance enables Mission Barns and its partners to introduce cultivated pork fat into foodservice and retail products for the first time in the U.S.

This short-term outlook edition provides market prospects for key EU agricultural markets in 2025.

54% of the pork China imported up to June consisted of offal, a category that continues to gain ground over meat.

EU pigmeat output rises in early 2025, driven by demand and prices, but export competitiveness weakens due to higher EU market prices.

The agreement with Japan reassures and expands opportunities in the second leading export destination for U.S. beef and pork.

South Africa faces economic uncertainty as the US announces a 30% tariff on exports, pressuring the country to finalize a trade deal before August 1, 2025.

Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture has imposed a ban on the movement of swine and pork products within Luweero District following an ASF outbreak.

The OECD-FAO Agricultural Outlook 2025-2034 gives market developments and medium-term projections for world meat markets.

The EU aims to simplify green laws without weakening environmental or health protections. Feedback open until 10 September 2025.

The Alerts Tool provides a nationally accessible inventory of animal health disease alerts from across Canada.

Canada’s livestock and poultry sectors have collaborated to address foot and mouth disease , African swine fever, and highly pathogenic avian influenza.

Nigeria’s new Livestock Ministry seeks to reform the sector, boost productivity, and create export opportunities for livestock products.

US pork producers have petitioned for Nigeria and South Africa’s removal from AGOA due to trade barriers.

South Africa risks its pork industry to protect citrus exports as US trade demands market access for pork despite PRRS disease concerns.

Europe records nearly 7,000 ASF cases in wild boars in just the first 6 months of 2025, while outbreaks on farms remain stable.

South Africa lifts Foot-and-Mouth Disease restrictions in Eastern Cape and Limpopo after successful containment and over 144,000 vaccinations.

Exports of U.S. pork trended lower in May, due primarily to steep declines in shipments to China, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF).

The U.S. expands an ambitious program to reduce pig mortality and train new experts in welfare, nutrition, and health.

Migori County has banned the movement of pigs in and out of Awendo Sub-County due to an African Swine Fever outbreak.

Nigeria and Brazil plan partnership in agriculture and livestock to boost jobs and economy after Brazilian diplomat visits Kebbi State.

Global maize, sorghum, and barley prices fell month-on-month in June, while wheat prices increased.

The National Pork Board and industry partners are actively developing a comprehensive National Swine Health Strategy.

The increase was driven by higher prices across all meat categories, except poultry.

Zimbabwe bans imports of cloven-hoofed animals from South Africa over FMD fears, urging all stakeholders to comply and help protect national livestock.

Approval of these additional 23 pork processing plants opens further trade opportunities for certain types of U.S. pork products.

A record billion-pound investment to protect the British public and the economy from future pandemics.

Eswatini reports foot-and-mouth disease outbreaks, leading to fresh meat import restrictions to curb the spread of the livestock disease.

South Africa faces an increasing foot-and-mouth disease outbreak. Livestock testing and biosecurity measures intensify in affected regions.

Shipments to China increased by 10%, while exports to other destinations such as Japan and the United Kingdom decreased.