Germany controlled a rare foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, so it is now officially disease-free again, allowing exports to restart and trade to recover.
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The UK has halted imports of meat and dairy from Hungary and Slovakia to prevent the spread of foot and mouth disease, urging farmers to stay vigilant and follow biosecurity measures.
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Hungary is facing a major agricultural crisis as foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) has been confirmed on a cattle farm in Kisbajcs.
FMD is a highly contagious viral disease affecting livestock, causing severe economic losses and requiring strict biosecurity measures, early detection, and targeted vaccination to prevent outbreaks.
Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH) has now allowed the import of frozen red meat from South America for processing. This move comes as a response to supply shortages in the European market.
Meat Borsa announces new rail freight service, offering efficient and eco-friendly transportation across Europe. This service initially connects Bulgaria and Germany, providing a reliable and low-cost alternative to road transport.
China has stopped beef imports from several suppliers in Brazil, Argentina, Uruguay, and Mongolia due to market oversupply and regulatory concerns, impacting global meat trade.
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Danish Crown has closed its Pinghu factory in China due to ongoing profitability challenges, laying off 112 employees and seeking a buyer for the facility as part of its broader strategic restructuring.