World meat industry news

In Russia, pork consumption increased by a third

  • 19 Jun 10:52

Over 10 years in Russia, the consumption of products from the menu of the countries leading in life expectancy has increased by a third. The diet of the top ten countries in the world in terms of life expectancy - more than 84.2 years - contains plenty of pork, and there is a correlation between these facts. This opinion was expressed by Andrey Dalnov, chief industry analyst of Rosselkhozbank. The expert said that in Russia since 2014, consumption of this type of meat has increased by 29%, production by 56%, and also shared forecasts for 2024. Since 2014, pork consumption in Russia has been growing steadily every year, increasing by 29.4% by the beginning of 2024. At the. Read more...

Experts analyzed the difficulties in supplying grain processed products for export

  • 18 Jun 10:57

Exports of grain processing products are growing - for example, in 2024, Russia has already supplied more of these products to foreign markets than in the entire 2023. However, experts expect difficulties in exporting, including due to growing competition. In general, there are three main drivers for the development of exports of grain processing products, according to a statement from the Federal State Budgetary Institution Agroexport, which was reviewed by sfera.fm. The first is the situation: a stable exchange rate, stable grain prices, adequate logistics, the second is, of course, the export team, and the third is government support. Due to successfully developed. Read more...

A protein alternative to classic feed additives has been created in Russia

  • 18 Jun 10:55

The project is based on the disposal of non-hazardous food waste and its processing using an automated insect farm. A company participating in the FoodNet market (Foodnet) of the National Technology Initiative "InsectLab" has created an alternative to classic feed additives based on easily digestible protein from insects (insectoprotein). The project is based on the disposal of non-hazardous food waste and its processing using an automated insect farm. As noted by the director of the company, Matvey Talan, our own unique methods are used to obtain purified fat from black soldier fly larvae and protein-lipid additives. “Automation processes. Read more...

Russia will study China's experience in complying with environmental standards for pork

  • 18 Jun 10:50

Russia plans to study China's experience in complying with strict environmental standards in its own pork production. As Veterinary Science and Life writes, Alexander Dvoinykh, Chairman of the Federation Council (Federation Council) Committee on Agricultural and Food Policy and Environmental Management, stated this at a press conference at the Rossiya Segodnya International Information Agency. According to him, these issues were discussed during a working visit to the Asian country by a delegation of the Federation Council committee. The senator recalled that in the PRC there are many environmentally friendly enterprises with existing equipment and. Read more...

The number of cows in Russia continues to decline

  • 17 Jun 11:25

As of May 1, 2024, there were 7.5 million head of cows on Russian farms of all categories. This is 224 thousand heads (2.6%) less than a year earlier. This was reported by the Milknews analytical center. In agricultural enterprises, the figure decreased by 2.9% (93 thousand heads) - to 3.1 million heads. Similar statistics are observed in household farms, where livestock numbers decreased from 3.1 to 3 million heads.The reduction affected primarily the Bryansk (-19 thousand), Smolensk (-14 thousand), Belgorod (-9 thousand), Novosibirsk (-7 thousand) and Voronezh (-5 thousand) regions. In January-March 2024, Russia produced 6.1 million tons of commercial milk. Read more...

Russia and China are discussing mutual certification of organic products

  • 17 Jun 11:24

Russia and China are negotiating mutual certification of organic products. To date, two pilot producers (one from each side) in the field of crop production and livestock production have already been selected to take part in the project.Deputy head of Roskachestvo Elena Sarattseva spoke about this during a working trip to China, TASS reports. She noted that today, in order to enter the Chinese market, Russian organic producers are required to undergo double certification - both in Russia and in China, with inspectors visiting production, sampling, laboratory tests, etc. Similar requirements are imposed on Chinese manufacturers when entering the Russian market.. Read more...

Development of the meat industry in Russia: prospects and challenges

  • 17 Jun 11:23

In 2024, beef cattle farming in Russia continues to demonstrate steady growth, which became the subject of discussion at a meeting of the Russian Ministry of Agriculture with key meat producers and representatives of industry unions. Under the chairmanship of Deputy Minister Maxim Titov, important aspects were considered, such as production volumes, price dynamics and prospects for the development of the sector. It is important to note that in January-April of this year, the volume of livestock and poultry slaughter increased by 4%, reaching almost 4.5 million tons. Cattle production increased by 9.4%, and pig production increased by 8%, indicating positive. Read more...

Sanctions against Mosbirzha may temporarily complicate trade in agricultural products

  • 14 Jun 11:58

The introduction of sanctions against the Moscow Exchange by the United States and Great Britain may temporarily complicate foreign trade in agricultural products and food - both export and import, experts in the Russian agricultural market believe. As reported, on Wednesday OFAC (Office of Foreign Assets Control, a division of the US Treasury Department responsible for enforcement in the field of sanctions) added the Moscow Exchange, the National Clearing Center (NCC) and the National Settlement Depository (NSD) to the sanctions list. The UK joined the sanctions on Thursday. As stated in the commentary of the Union of Grain Exporters posted on its Telegram channel,. Read more...

Dynamics of meat prices in Russia: forecasts and trends

  • 14 Jun 11:57

Since the beginning of this month, Russia has seen a slight increase in the price of meat products, mainly ranging from 0.5% to 3%. This phenomenon, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, is explained by seasonal factors. With the arrival of warm weather, more and more people go outdoors, where picnics and barbecues become popular pastimes. This increase in demand for meat leads to some increase in prices. At a meeting with major meat producers and industry unions, Deputy Head of the Ministry of Agriculture Maxim Titov called for control over the cost of meat, preventing sharp price hikes. He also emphasized the importance of taking into account the policies of retail. Read more...

The Ministry of Agriculture announced an increase in exports of agricultural products to Africa

  • 14 Jun 11:57

In 2023, the level of agricultural exports to Africa increased by a quarter and amounted to almost $6 billion. This was announced on Thursday, June 6, by Deputy Minister of Agriculture of the Russian Federation Sergei Levin during the “Russia – Africa” session at the St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF). “Our exports to Africa grew by a quarter last year to nearly $6 billion, 80% of which was wheat,” Levin said. He noted that Russia is now increasing food purchases in Africa; last year alone “they have already crossed the level of $2.1 billion.” “The dynamics of this year emphasize this, because in. Read more...