Spain and China have strengthened their cooperation in the agri-food sector by signing three new protocols covering the pork and fishing industries. The documents were signed during the state visit of the King and Queen of Spain to China and open additional trade opportunities for the pork, fisheries, and aquaculture sectors.

Brazilian pork exports (all products — fresh and processed) reached 144,000 tons in October, according to the Brazilian Association of Animal Protein (ABPA). This is the second-highest monthly result ever recorded in the sector and exceeds last year’s figure (130,900 tons) by 10.1%.

Germany has recorded a steady decrease in African swine fever (ASF) cases among wild boar in recent months. However, authorities warn that the risk of the virus entering domestic pig farms remains significant, especially ahead of the driven hunt season.

Average live hog prices in Brazil declined in October amid weakening domestic demand, particularly in the second half of the month. According to the Cepea research center, the decrease followed the peak levels recorded in September 2025.

The Philippines is strengthening its defenses against African swine fever (ASF) by implementing new rules for the importation of live pigs and pork products. Under Administrative Circular No. 12, the country officially adopts ASF regionalization, allowing the recognition of “ASF-free zones” within accredited exporting countries — in line with standards of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH).

MSD Animal Health has announced a significant breakthrough in the development of a vaccine against African swine fever (ASF). Although the commercial launch is still some way off, the results of initial studies provide encouraging scientific evidence of both efficacy and safety.

Taiwan’s first African swine fever (ASF) outbreak, detected in October, was swiftly contained. The likely cause of infection was feeding pigs with unprocessed food waste. Meanwhile, ASF continues to spread across Asia and Europe, causing severe economic losses to the global swine industry.

After a prolonged period of diplomatic tension, China and Canada have announced their intention to revive trade and economic cooperation, particularly in the agricultural sector. The news was reported by Reuters, citing China’s official Xinhua News Agency.

The Brazilian Association of Animal Protein (ABPA) has announced the official opening of the Tanzanian market for the export of Brazilian meat products, including poultry, pork, hatching eggs, and day-old chicks. The decision was confirmed by Brazil’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock (MAPA), and the announcement was made by Luís Rua, Secretary for Trade and International Relations, during an event held in Brasília.

The recent African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in Taiwan — a market that until recently had remained one of the few in East Asia free from the virus — could have opened new opportunities for U.S. pork exports. However, analysts note that long-standing non-tariff barriers in Taiwan have restricted U.S. pork access to the local market for more than a decade.

Although there are still more than two weeks before the official release of Danish Crown’s financial results, the company’s board of directors has already decided on the final payment for its suppliers. The decision comes amid China’s increase in import duties on pork from the EU, which has significantly affected the profitability of exports.

Starting November 3, plant-based feed ingredients imported into Canada from Taiwan will be subject to stricter control measures, according to an announcement by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA). The agency introduced changes to its import permit requirements aimed at preventing the spread of African swine fever (ASF).

Scientists from Shanxi Agricultural University and Capital Medical University have developed an innovative CRISPR-based diagnostic platform that can detect the African swine fever virus (ASFV) in just 20 minutes. The simplicity and high accuracy of the method make it a powerful tool for early detection and rapid response to outbreaks, potentially helping to prevent virus spread and protect the swine industry.

The use of carbon dioxide (CO₂) as a method of stunning pigs should be prohibited — this is the conclusion reached by the UK Animal Welfare Committee (AWC) following an extensive review of scientific evidence on the impact of high CO₂ concentrations on pigs during slaughter. The recommendation aims to prevent pain, fear, and suffering experienced by animals when exposed to this stunning method.

Pig prices in Spain continue to fall, with the market appearing to have reached one of its lowest points of the year. October has been particularly challenging for the sector: for the past 16 weeks, prices have been declining steadily. From July 10 to early November, the live pig price dropped from €1.815/kg to €1.369/kg, representing a decrease of more than €0.44 per kilogram, or over €50 per animal.

Between January and September 2025, China imported approximately 780,000 tons of pork, nearly matching last year’s figure of 790,000 tons in 2024. Despite this stability, imports remain 76% lower than during the same period in 2020, when they reached a record 3.28 million tons.

The Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Rural Affairs of South Korea (MAFRA) has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to completely eradicate Classical Swine Fever (CSF) in the country by 2030. At the same time, the government intends to minimize outbreaks of other major viral pig diseases, such as Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea (PED) and Porcine Reproductive and Respiratory Syndrome (PRRS).