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Latest industry news and updates from the meatborsa team.
Beyond Meat Raises $100M Amid Slumping Sales and Retail Shakeups
Beyond Meat lands $100M lifeline as sliding sales, frozen aisles, and skeptical shoppers cloud its plant-based future.
Poland's Feathered Crisis: 11.5 Million Birds Culled Amid Deadly Flu Surge
Poland has culled over 11 million birds and introduced mandatory vaccinations in a sweeping response to a surge in avian flu outbreaks across commercial farms.
What You Need to Know About Sheep Pox and Goat Pox
Sheep pox and goat pox are contagious viral diseases affecting sheep and goats, causing skin lesions, fever, and in severe cases, death, but can be prevented through vaccination.
Pork Beats Chicken?! The Meat Myth Busted
Despite chicken’s popularity in the West, pork quietly holds the title of the world’s most consumed meat, revealing how culture, geography, and economics shape what ends up on our plates.
Texas Targets Lab Meat with New Ban Proposal
A Texas bill to ban lab-grown meat has cleared committee and heads to a full Senate vote, intensifying a growing national food fight.
Tyson Foods Hit by Beef Losses
Tyson Foods' stock tumbled 9% after weak beef demand and rising cattle costs overshadowed a strong chicken performance and better-than-expected profits.
No More “Vegan Chicken” in Switzerland: Court Bans Animal Names on Plant-Based Meat
Swiss court rules that meat-free products can no longer use animal terms like “chicken” or “pork,” even with vegan disclaimers.
Tariffs, Tensions & Trade: WTO Warns of Agri-Market Turmoil
The WTO is raising red flags as trade wars and retaliatory tariffs shake the foundations of global agricultural commerce.
Global Food Prices Climb Again
Global food prices rose in April, driven by higher costs for cereals, meat, and dairy, while sugar and vegetable oil prices fell.
Grilling Traditions on May 1st
On May 1st, communities around the world celebrate spring and solidarity by gathering outdoors to enjoy festive grilling traditions that reflect local culture and cuisine.
46 Days to Chicken Crisis: Estonia’s Food Chain Warning
If Estonia sealed its borders today, the country would run out of chicken in 46 days — a startling stat that has ignited urgent conversations about food sovereignty, supply chains, and the future of farming.
Tax Troubles in Luxembourg: JBS’s Financial Strategies Under the Microscope
From 2019 to 2022, JBS is estimated to have reduced its global tax payments by approximately USD 221 to 442 million through Luxembourg-based financial arrangements, according to new research.