Published about 1 year ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
In the Velingrad region of Bulgaria, an outbreak of sheep plague has ignited protests as locals form human barriers around farms to block the government from culling livestock. The crisis reveals a deeper issue in the country: a widespread erosion of trust in government institutions.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
The Ministry of Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries of Croatia has confirmed an outbreak of avian influenza, subtype H5N1, in the Ivanić Grad area of Zagreb County. The discovery has prompted immediate action to contain and eradicate the disease.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
Bosnia and Herzegovina's recent decision to authorize the import of Brazilian poultry meat marks a pivotal moment in the evolving trade relationship between the two nations. This development, announced by the Brazilian Animal Protein Association (ABPA) and supported by Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), underscores both countries’ mutual interests in bolstering economic ties and addressing market demands.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
The plant-based and cultivated meat sectors are experiencing a turbulent period, marked by fluctuating consumer interest, investment challenges, and heightened scrutiny of their economic and environmental viability. While the industry was projected to disrupt the traditional meat sector significantly, recent trends suggest a tempered reality.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Martina Osmak, Director of Marketing
In a shocking revelation, federal investigators uncovered that 11 children were employed in hazardous conditions by Qvest LLC, a sanitation contractor at the Seaboard Triumph Foods pork processing plant in Sioux City, Iowa. These minors were tasked with cleaning dangerous equipment.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
Spain’s meat industry has averted a significant labor strike initially planned for December 4 and 5, 2024, following a pre-agreement reached between major business organizations and trade unions.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
Denmark has taken a first step in environmental policy by introducing the world's first tax on agricultural emissions, specifically targeting methane produced by livestock such as cattle and pigs.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
Climate change is not just about warmer summers and melting glaciers; it’s also making it easier for harmful substances called mycotoxins to contaminate our food supply.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
The European Union (EU) and the Mercosur bloc—comprising Brazil, Argentina, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Bolivia—have been negotiating a free trade agreement (FTA) for over two decades.
Published about 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
A recent listeria outbreak linked to ready-to-eat meat and poultry products has resulted in the death of an infant and has sickened at least ten others across four U.S. states.
Published over 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
The recent catastrophic floods in Spain, particularly in the Valencia region, have resulted in significant human casualties and widespread devastation.
Published over 1 year ago in News
Bo Pedersen, Chief Revenue Officer
Brazil’s federal environmental agency, Ibama, has imposed $64 million in fines on 23 meatpacking companies and their suppliers, including JBS, the world’s largest meat-packing company.
