McDonald’s Sues Major Meatpackers Over Alleged Price Fixing
McDonald's recent lawsuit against Tyson, JBS, Cargill, and National Beef Packing brings to light ongoing concerns about transparency in the meatpacking industry.
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Transforming Liberia’s Agriculture: A Path to Food Security and Economic Resilience
Liberia is taking bold steps to address its food security crisis through the launch of the National Agriculture Development Plan (NADP) for 2024-2030.
British Beef Exports in 2024
The first half of 2024 has proven to be a period of robust performance for British red meat exports, particularly in the beef sector.
Taking Flight: Europe’s First Drone Cargo Airline Set to Revolutionize Freight
Drones are poised to reshape the cargo industry by making deliveries more cost-effective and improving access to remote areas.
Navigating Livestock Reductions: The Netherlands' Environmental Challenge
The Dutch agricultural sector is once again facing substantial changes as the government moves forward with plans to reduce the number of livestock, particularly pigs.
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Avian Flu in 2024 – What You Need to Know
The avian flu, especially the H5N1 strain, continues to be a serious issue in 2024.
Rising Sausage Sales Are a Red Flag for the Economy
Sausage might not seem like an obvious economic indicator, but recent trends in the U.S. market are painting a concerning picture.
Germany’s Meat Crisis: What's Behind the Decline?
Germany’s meat production has been experiencing a significant decline in recent years, driven by a combination of economic, regulatory, and environmental factors
Is Meat Becoming a Luxury? How EU's Latest Policy Could Transform Everything
How the EU's latest agricultural shift is set to revolutionize the meat industry and what it means for your business!
The Future of Food in Croatia: Challenges and Opportunities
A recent conference titled "The Future of Food and Retail" brought to light some critical insights into the current state and challenges facing the food industry in Croatia.
Supplier Profile: Maporal
Founded in 1998, Maporal is one of Portugal’s largest pork producers, located in Reguengos de Monsaraz. Specialising in pork slaughter, processing, and export, the company plays a pivotal role in Portugal’s agricultural sector. With a capacity to process
Supplier Profile: Multimes
Founded in 2000, Multimes Group has become a leading meat processing company in Bulgaria. Located in Lyaskovets, the company operates a state-of-the-art facility upgraded in 2013 to meet stringent European standards for food safety and quality.
Romania's Food Price Cap: Balancing Relief with Market Risks
Romania's plan to cap food prices aims to protect consumers but raises concerns about market stability and the potential negative impact on the meat industry's export competitiveness.
Game On: Oakland Parks Opens the First Game Meat Processing Facility in 40 Years
Oakland Parks is set to process 40,000 deer carcasses and 300,000 birds annually, alongside a smaller volume of wild boar. However, Hayward is optimistic about expansion, as several suppliers have expressed interest in increasing their deer deliveries.
What is Carnivore Diet?
The carnivore diet, a dietary trend that focuses exclusively on the consumption of animal products like meat, fish, eggs, and certain dairy, has been gaining attention for its controversial approach to nutrition.
Australia's Beef Exports Reach Record Highs in July 2024 Amid Global Market Shifts
Australia’s beef export industry recorded an unprecedented milestone in July 2024, with shipments nearly reaching 130,000 tonnes, according to industry reports.
Expanding Brazil-UK Pork Trade: A Complex Opportunity Amidst EU Challenges
As Brazil seeks to strengthen its trading relationship with the UK through pork exports, the dynamics of global trade and regional politics create both opportunities and challenges for this potential partnership.
Welcome to Our New Look: A Fresh Identity for a New Era in Meat Trading
At meat borsa, we believe that progress is the key to success, and today, we are thrilled to unveil the next chapter in our journey. It is with great excitement and pride that we announce the rebranding of our company!
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The EU’s Nature Restoration Law and Its Implications for Agriculture and Meat Production
While this law is great news for the environment, it also raises some concerns, especially for people working in farming and the meat industry. Let's break down what this law is about and how it might affect agriculture.
How France's 25% Drop in Wheat Harvest Could Impact Meat Prices
France, the largest grain producer in the European Union, is facing a serious issue in 2024: a significant 25% drop in its soft wheat harvest compared to the previous year.
Understanding the EU Directive on the Welfare of Pigs
The EU has established rules to ensure that pigs are treated humanely on farms. Let's break down what this means for pig farming in the EU.
Bluetongue: What It Is and How the EU Manages It
Bluetongue is a viral disease that affects certain farm animals like sheep, cattle, and goats. Let's see what the EU does about it.
Key Risks facing the European Meat Industry
The European meat industry faces numerous risks and vulnerabilities as highlighted in a 2023 study by the EU’s Joint Research Centre (JRC). From the climate, through shifting consumer preferences, market dislocations, diseases, and more
MeatBorsa Visits Spanish Meat Companies
Recently, representatives from MeatBorsa had the pleasure of visiting several Spanish meat companies, thanks to the invaluable assistance of our partner,, Anafric.
The New MeatBorsa
Our biggest release yet, brings new organization of marketplace, advanced search, filters, smart sorting and much more!
AI SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, Threats) Analysis of Cranswick plc
Cranswick Plc recently released their Q1 Trading Update. We asked ChatGPT to undertake a SWOT analysis of the company based on this and other publicly available information.
Navigating China's Complex Meat Trade Landscape
China's dynamic and rapidly evolving meat trade landscape presents both significant opportunities and substantial challenges for global exporters.
Celebrating 9 Months of MeatBorsa: Transforming B2B Meat Trading
Thanks to our incredible community, MeatBorsa now boasts over 500 active companies (508 as of today 🤓) engaging in trade.
How JBS Turns Animal Waste into Sustainable Aviation Fuel
In a remarkable shift towards sustainability, JBS has managed to turn what was once considered waste into Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF).
The Veterinarian Crisis Nobody is Talking About
The veterinary profession in Europe is facing a multifaceted crisis that threatens the sustainability of animal health services, particularly in rural and livestock sectors.
What is going on at Vion?
Vion Food Group faces a challenging landscape as it navigates financial struggles, slim margins, and the complexities of its ownership structure under ZLTO.
Brief Analysis of the Chinese Pork Market
The Chinese pork market is characterised by significant production growth, increasing consumer demand for product safety and quality, and the backdrop of potential disruption from geopolitically motivated imposition of new tariffs on imports from the EU.
What is the Red Tractor?
In today's world, consumers are more concerned than ever about the origins of their food. Questions about safety, animal welfare, and environmental impact are at the forefront of purchasing decisions. This is where the Red Tractor scheme comes into play
How frozen meat travels around the world
Transporting frozen meat around the world requires planning, specialised equipment, and strict adherence to food safety regulations.
What is the Cold Chain?
A Cold Chain maintains either frozen or chilled conditions throughout the supply chain of a particular product. But more importantly it also offers several strategic benefits to meat companies.
What is Rendering?
The rendering industry is little known outside of the meat industry. This part of the meat supply chain provides a crucial service to Meat producers and processors around the world.
Waste not, want not.
Food waste is a global issue. The global food industry has been on a decades long journey to reduce waste at every stage of the journey from farm to plate. In 2022, the amount of food waste in the UK was estimated at 95kg/person/year.
Are New Taxes on the Horizon for EU Meat Producers?
The EU is considering additional measures to tackle climate change, and has undertaken to propose several new taxes to address different environmental. Meat producers and processors will likely be significantly impacted.
Spain Pork Producers Severely Exposed to Possible Chinese Import Ban
The EU meat industry, especially in pork production, relies heavily on exports to China. In 2023, Spain was the largest exporter of pork products to China among EU countries, exposing the country to the greatest risk of disruption.
European Pigmeat Market Update: Mid-2024 Outlook
The European pigmeat market in mid-2024 is characterised by ongoing production declines, with total EU pig livestock numbers down 0.6% at the end of 2023 and slaughter numbers falling 1.3% in Q1 2024 compared to the previous year.
Navegando el Exceso de Oferta en el Mercado de Carne: Desafíos y Estrategias para los Productores
El mercado mundial de carne está experimentando actualmente un exceso de oferta significativo, lo que lleva a una caída de los precios y a condiciones desafiantes para los productores y vendedores.
Manejo de reclamaciones en el negocio de carne B2B: Una guía completa
¿Qué hacer cuando un cliente rechaza un pedido de carne alegando que los productos entregados no coinciden con las especificaciones enviadas previamente?
The Global Popularity of Pork Rinds: A Culinary Phenomenon
Read about all the ways you can use pork skin.
Reflecting on a Great Experience at SIAL Shanghai 2024
As SIAL Shanghai 2024 wraps up, we at MeatBorsa want to take a moment to reflect on an eventful experience filled with learning and networking.
A Comprehensive Guide to Pork Cuts: From Farm to Table
Find a detailed explanation of pork cuts - all of the primal and subprimal cuts.
2nd Day of our Sial Shanghai Experience
Sial Shanghai is proving to be an amazing food fair and we have a lot to share about our 2nd day there.
Why Weight Variations Occur in Fresh Meat Deliveries
Discover why the weight of meat agreed upon during sales negotiations may differ from the actual weight loaded onto the truck.
First Day at SIAL Shanghai!
Read about our experience at Sial Shanghai
Meatborsa Will Attend Sial China 2024: Join Us in Shanghai!
We are delighted to announce that Meatborsa will be attending Sial China 2024, one of Asia's largest and most influential food innovation exhibitions. This year, the event will take place from May 28-30 at the Shanghai New International Expo Centr
Inside the Meat Industry: The Role and Metrics of a Meat Buyer
Welcome to an insider’s glimpse into the world of the meat industry. Understanding the complexities of sourcing meat from suppliers is crucial for ensuring the quality and availability of the meats we enjoy. This blog post explores the key responsibilitie
Market Insight: Polish Pork Exports to the Philippines Could Shake Up Prices
Poland is currently waiting for approval to resume exporting pork to the Philippines. This suspension, due to African Swine Flu (ASF), has put a temporary halt on these exports.
Loin or Spare Ribs?
What are the differences between loin ribs and spare ribs?
What is Mutton? A Meat Mystery Unraveled!
Welcome to the world of meat, where cows go moo, pigs go oink, and... well, sheep have us scratching our heads.
Get up to 60 days payment terms with Meatborsa Pay Later
At Meatborsa, we are committed to making transactions smoother and more efficient for both buyers and sellers. That’s why we’ve introduced Meatborsa Pay Later (MBPL), a financial product designed to offer flexible payment terms for buyers.
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What Are Animal By-Products (ABPs)?
Explore how animal by-products, from bones to wool, are safely transformed into valuable resources like animal feed, fertilizers and biofuel, guided by strict regulatory categories. Gain insight into the three risk-based categories that dictate their use.
Checklist for Exporting Meat from the EU to Great Britain
This document is designed to assist EU-based meat producers and exporters in navigating the regulatory requirements for exporting meat and meat products to Great Britain.
Beef steaks, MeatBorsa and AI walk into a bar...
When we started MeatBorsa, we thought we knew how people sell meat - but we were not completely right. We believed that every listing is very different, but it turned out that companies mostly sell similar products where only quantity and price change.
Meet Us In Sofia!
We are incredibly happy to announce that MeatBorsa is going to have a stand on the Meatmania fair in Sofia. That is an international exhibition for meat and sausage products where you can see the latest techniques, recipes, and trends in the industry.
MeatBorsa Makes Waves as Visitors at Anuga Fair 2023
The Anuga Fair 2023 in Cologne, Germany, was nothing short of spectacular. The global food industry converged to celebrate and discuss the latest trends, innovations, and opportunities. Among the myriad of attendees, MeatBorsa made its presence felt as bo
Why Do You Need to Be on MeatBorsa?
You found yourself on this website and you spent some time going around it. You’ve read what we wrote on the Home page, you’ve checked how it looks from the perspective of different people and companies, and you’ve even checked the videos we’ve recorded a
The Battle Against African Swine Fever (ASF) Worldwide
African Swine Fever (ASF) is a very contagious virus that affects both domestic and wild pigs. It is a big worry for the pig farming industry all around the world. In this article, we will talk about ASF, how it spreads, what it is doing, and what the
Meat Industry at the Verge of Change
A traditionally face-to-face industry still offers a lot of benefits to working that way. It also deserves a face lift with a dash of technology. Meat Borsa is a first-of-its-kind platform that meat trading companies need in order to streamline their buyi
Join MeatBorsa at Anuga: Let's Connect!
We're thrilled to announce that the Meat Borsa team will be making an appearance at this year's Anuga Meat Fair in Cologne, Germany! As visitors, we're eager to immerse ourselves in the heart of the global meat industry and connect with fellow professiona
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