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USDA Updates 2026 Meat and Egg Forecast

USDA Updates 2026 Meat and Egg Forecast

Published 30 days ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

The USDA expects more beef and pork in 2026, but less chicken, turkey, and eggs due to disease and recent production trends.

Beef Battle: Australia and EU Clash Over Trade Deal

Beef Battle: Australia and EU Clash Over Trade Deal

Published about 1 month ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

Talks between Australia and the European Union have restarted, but a dispute over beef import quotas is threatening to derail the agreement.

Saxony Regains ASF-Free Status

Saxony Regains ASF-Free Status

Published about 1 month ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

After more than 12 months without a new detection, Saxony is officially ASF-free again, while ASF control and zoning continue in other German states.

Brazil’s Chicken Exports Start 2026 Strong

Brazil’s Chicken Exports Start 2026 Strong

Published about 1 month ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

Brazil sold more chicken meat abroad in January 2026 than ever before, showing strong demand from many countries.

EU Meat Prices Stay High in 2026

EU Meat Prices Stay High in 2026

Published about 1 month ago in Market Analysis

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

EU meat prices were still high in January 2026, as tight supply in 2025 continued to affect beef, lamb, and pigmeat markets across Europe.

Plant-Based Meat Loses Its Place on Menus

Plant-Based Meat Loses Its Place on Menus

Published about 1 month ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

Many restaurants are removing plant-based meat because it is costly, less popular now, and does not meet taste expectations.

€63 Million Lost: Pig Farmers Hit by Swine Fever

€63 Million Lost: Pig Farmers Hit by Swine Fever

Published about 1 month ago in News

Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing

African swine fever in northeastern Spain is causing serious financial damage to pig farmers, even though farm animals are not infected.