Russian analysts see the possibility of Berlin introducing new sanctions against Moscow over its actions in Syria as unlikely, warning that their introduction would herald a "new reality” – that is, war. The Kremlin does not consider discussions on sanctions constructive. Source: Reuters The German government is considering the possibility of introducing new sanctions against Russia,reportsThe Wall Street Journal, citing an unidentified source. Berlin's motivation is Russia’s behavior in Syria, which, according to German legislators, has exacerbated the situation there.Since the latest ceasefire collapsed in late September, Russia. Read more...
An outbreak of African Swine Fever (ASF) has been reported on backyard pig farms in Moldova. The outbreak affected two backyard farms in Donduseni. Of the 13 pigs susceptible, 11 cases were reported. The outbreaks are thought to have been. Read more...
The week ending Sept 24th was the 3rd largest weekly kill ever in the United States, followed by week ending Oct 1, which was the 4th largest weekly kill. I think that says a lot about prices, both why we are here and where prices are going, writes Allan Bentley. I made a prediction that we would break more than half the top 10 slaughter weeks this year. Two are in the books in September. If we are breaking slaughter records in September, what will the numbers be in December? Packing capacity will be stretched to the limit to an extent that we have not seen since 1998. As I write this, I am learning of a sow processor that is going to be dark. That should keep us. Read more...
As was widely anticipated, Russia has appealed against the World Trade Organisation (WTO)’s judgement that its ban on imports of EU pig meat products was against WTO rules. Appeals can take up to three months to complete. If the original judgement is upheld, Russia will have to remove the ban within a ‘reasonable period of time’ or face retaliatory measures. The Russian import ban was imposed in early 2014, in response to outbreaks of African Swine Fever (ASF) in Poland and the Baltic States. Although the disease has not spread beyond these countries, the Russian ban affected the whole EU. A number of other importers have restricted shipments. Read more...
Russian companies and government authorities concluded 215 agreements totaling 704 billion rubles ($11.3 billion) during the 2016 Sochi International Investment Forum. This was announced by Russian Deputy Prime Minister Dmitry Kozak, who oversees the event, after its closure, the TASS news agency hasreported(in Russian). According to Kozak, the event on Russia’s Black Sea coast was attended by more than 4,000 professionals from 43 countries. However, as experts point out, the forum in Sochi has lost its former popularity over the last year. Fewer visitors, fewer contracts Although Kozak regarded the most recent Sochi investment forum as quite successful,. Read more...
At the beginning of the year, market prices for hogs were below 1 euro/kg liveweight. However, after 20 weeks of consistent price rises, the current price of 1.325 euro/kg liveweight has been maintained (with small ups and downs). A year ago, this price was 1.185 euro/kg liveweight. The average carcass weight of pigs is 1.5 kilos lower than last year. At the end of this summer, pigs have lost more weight than in previous years. The pig population has dropped 1.8 per cent among the Top 12 EU Producers, and the demand is higher. Germany’s pig population dropped 3.4 per cent (current population 27,146,000 with 1,917,000 sows), as well as Denmark’s (-2.6. Read more...
A further 38 more outbreaks of African Swine Fever (ASF) have been confirmed on backyard pig units. In total, of the 105 pigs susceptible, 74 cases were reported. Nearly all 105 pigs have died or been destroyed as a. Read more...
An international economic forum in the home of the 2014 Winter Olympics may feel the effects of recent State Duma elections as officials focus on new ideas for equitable regional development in the country. The 2016 Sochi International Investment Forum at the Main Media Centre of Sochi's Olympic Park in Sochi, Russia, on Sept. 29, 2016. Source: Alexander Ryumin/TASS Host Photo Agency Investment specialists from around the world will gather in the Black Sea city of Sochi from Sept. 29-Oct. 2 to discuss how to improve Russia’s regional economies. This year’s international investment forum is expected to attract more than 7,000 people from. Read more...
The meat and livestock sector will see many advantages from robotics in the future, a European Commission official has said in a debate in Brussels on the. Read more...
World leaders have signalled an unprecedented level of attention to curb the spread of infections that are resistant to antimicrobial medicines, in a pledge agreed by 193 countries at the United Nations headquarters in New York. Countries reaffirmed their commitment to develop nationalaction plans on antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Leaders recognised the need for stronger systems to monitor drug-resistant infections and the volume of antimicrobials used in humans, animals and crops, as well as increased international cooperation and funding. They pledged to strengthen regulation of antimicrobials, improve knowledge and awareness, and promote best practices - as well. Read more...
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