Law No. 1206-IX “On Veterinary Medicine and Animal Welfare” has officially entered into force in Ukraine, updating approaches to state control in the field of animal health and establishing modern standards for animal welfare, according to the press service of the State Service of Ukraine on Food Safety and Consumer Protection. The document harmonizes national legislation with European norms and strengthens the prevention of infectious diseases.

In 2025, UK pork import volumes decreased by 5%, reaching their lowest level since 2021, while exports of British pork increased by 3%. AHDB analysts note resilient domestic demand and growing competition in the global market.

A new case of African swine fever (ASF) has been confirmed in Germany’s federal state of North Rhine-Westphalia. The disease was detected for the first time in a wild boar in the Hochsauerland district. Authorities have launched a search for additional dead animals and are preparing for a possible expansion of restricted zones.

The European Union intends to begin the provisional application of its trade agreement with Mercosur countries even before the deal receives final approval from all EU institutions. This step will allow for the gradual reduction of tariffs and the implementation of selected trade provisions under the agreement.

A case of African swine fever (ASF) in a wild boar has been confirmed near the village of Vorochovo in Zakarpattia region. Quarantine measures are currently being implemented to prevent the spread of the disease, and local residents are being urged to limit visits to nearby forest areas.

In 2025, exports of pigs and pork from the European Union increased by 2.1% compared to the previous year, reaching 4.2 million tons. The growth was primarily driven by Spain and Denmark, while Germany recorded a significant 13% decline in export volumes.

Romania, supported by several EU member states, has appealed to the European Commission to introduce exceptional financial assistance for the pig sector. The request comes amid a prolonged decline in prices, increasing economic pressure on producers, and a worsening market situation across the European Union.

Spain’s Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA) made an administrative mistake while updating the African swine fever (ASF) infection map, accidentally including non-infected territories in the restricted zone. The incident triggered concern among international trade partners and temporarily affected pork exports.

Farmers in Serbia have launched large-scale protests, blocking roads across the country with tractors. Agricultural producers are demanding higher state subsidies, protection of the domestic market from cheap imports of milk and pork, and faster payments for their products.

In 2025, U.S. pork exports fell only slightly short of the record achieved the previous year. Despite declining shipments to certain markets, strong demand in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean helped maintain one of the highest export performances in history.

In 2025, U.S. pork exports fell only slightly short of the record achieved the previous year. Despite declining shipments to certain markets, strong demand in Mexico, Central America and the Caribbean helped maintain one of the highest export performances in history.

New cases of African swine fever (ASF) have been confirmed at commercial pig farms in South Korea. Since the beginning of 2026, the country has registered a total of 20 outbreaks, indicating continued high epizootic pressure and the need for strengthened biosecurity measures.

Following a successful recovery in 2025, producers of Prosciutto di Parma are planning to focus on export development. Growing sales, recovering demand within the EU, and the search for new markets are expected to become key drivers of дальнейшого growth for this geographical indication product.

The European Union has approved a new zoning system for areas affected by African swine fever (ASF) in Spain. The updated approach introduces surveillance and outbreak zones, which is expected to allow some farms to resume the movement of animals and products provided that sanitary requirements are met.

Pork stocks in Germany’s cold storage facilities reached an unusually low level at the end of 2025. According to analysts, the reduction in inventories during the Christmas sales period indicates limited supply and rising costs, while also creating conditions for further strengthening of slaughter pig and piglet prices.

Prospects for new large-scale Chinese purchases of U.S. soybeans have come into question following a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that struck down the sweeping tariffs introduced by Donald Trump’s administration. Analysts believe this could strengthen competition from cheaper Brazilian supplies and increase uncertainty on the global market.

In 2025, Brazil’s pig industry demonstrated significant growth in production, slaughter, and exports, setting new records. At the same time, the country saw a moderate recovery in domestic pork consumption, confirming the stability of the internal market.

The European pork market continues to show weakening prices. According to AHDB, pig price quotations across the EU have fallen to their lowest level since mid-2022, while oversupply and increasing carcass weights continue to intensify pressure on the market.

Austria’s total pig population decreased by 2.2% over the past year. According to Statistics Austria, as of December 1, 2025, the country had 2.48 million pigs, indicating a continuing downward trend in production.

Poland has officially lifted the highest-level restriction zone related to African swine fever (ASF), the so-called “red zone.” The changes came into force as part of the updated EU regionalisation framework, although disease control and biosecurity measures remain in place across the country.