Restrictions have affected by-products, while shipments of muscle cuts continue unchanged.

In late February, key stakeholders from the Ukrainian swine industry visited Tokyo to strengthen technological partnerships with Japanese digital developers. The mission was organized within the framework of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) the “Green industrial recovery project for Ukraine through technology transfer from and co-creation of new businesses with Japan's private industries,” implemented by Eco-Pork LLC in collaboration with the Association of Pig Breeders of Ukraine (AUPB). The project is funded by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI).

On May 5–7, a series of practical training sessions on the responsible use of antibiotics in animal husbandry took place in Poltava within the framework of the international EpiC project, with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders.

The reduction of the pig price to €1.60/kg at the start of the barbecue season has triggered a strong reaction from producers.

Rising energy and packaging costs are putting pressure on margins despite steady demand for meat products.

The international SULAWE project (Sustainable Livestock Production and Animal Welfare), implemented with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders, has summarized three years of work in Ukraine. The initiative aimed to develop sustainable livestock production, improve animal welfare standards, and integrate European approaches into the national education system and industry practices.

The virus has been found in a wild boar outside the main restricted zone, prompting authorities to intensify monitoring and search efforts.

On May 5–6, a series of practical trainings on the responsible use of antibiotics in livestock production took place in Poltava as part of the international EpiC project, with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders. The focus was on practical solutions for working under new veterinary regulations.

Disease outbreaks are reducing sow numbers, increasing costs, and intensifying pressure on producers’ profitability.

Despite a balance between supply and demand, finishing margins are declining, while exports gain new opportunities following the reopening of the Philippine market.

Despite maintaining its position as a leading market, shipments of US products to China are decreasing.

The outbreak was detected at a farm in Shizuoka Prefecture, with around 3,000 pigs set to be culled.

The government initiative aims to rebuild pig inventories after ASF losses and strengthen the sector’s production capacity.

Shipments nearly tripled amid expectations of a new trade agreement coming into force.

The government has approved a draft law aimed at strengthening control over animal welfare compliance.

Demand for offal remains more stable and already exceeds pork import volumes.

Estonia is strengthening control over the spread of the virus by using the army’s capabilities to detect cases in wildlife.

The spread of a new virus serotype and increased animal movements are heightening the risk of outbreaks in the region.

The government is responding to cases involving the circulation of meat from diseased pigs and risks to biosecurity and food safety.

Authorities are tightening restrictions following new cases in wild boar and have advised race organizers to modify the route.