african swine fever

China’s pork output fell, but less than expected in the first half of 2019 as the battle against African swine fever continues.

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With African swine fever carving such a big chunk out of China’s hog herds, the world’s biggest meat consumer is turning to other protein sources.

America’s largest retail grocer, Walmart has filed suit against various U.S. poultry companies alleging a conspiracy to inflate chicken prices.

Last week, the USDA confirmed China bought 31,400 metric tons of the 46,300 exports sold, the second-largest purchase of U.S. pork ever.

The U.S. and Japan have agreed on new terms that eliminate Japan’s longstanding restrictions on U.S. beef exports, paving the way for expanded sales.

The USDA continues its overall African Swine Fever preparedness efforts. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service will work with the states, and veterinary diagnostic labs to test for ASF.

The dairy industry is keeping a wary eye on China’s devastating outbreak of African Swine Fever. What does the ASF disease in China have to do with milk prices?

The forecast is suddenly a bit brighter for U.S. dairy producers as some of the world’s largest producers of grains could be headed for bumper crops this year.