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The latest analysis and outbreak information about African swine fever (ASF), a crisis anticipated to have a lasting effect across all protein segments, impact protein trade all over the world and possibly disrupt the global protein supply chain. Article topics include early symptom detection, vaccine research, biosecurity measures, trade implications and pork market conditions impacting producers’ bottom line.

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CPF reports better-than-expected Q3 earnings

Earnings jump 23% when compared to same period of 2018
November 20, 2019
Charoen Pokphand Foods (CPF) reported earnings of THB6.06 billion (US$200 million) in the third quarter, an increase by 23% from the same period last year.
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Pork Crisis Alert

ADM CFO: Impact of ASF to be felt more in 2020

ADM's Ray Young says animal protein production outside of China will increase as China gradually rebuilds its pig herd
November 19, 2019
Roy Graber
The African swine fever (ASF) outbreak in China’s impact on Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) will likely be felt more in 2020 than it has to date in 2019, ADM Chief Financial Officer Ray Young said.
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Pork Crisis Alert

Maple Leaf CEO: Canadian biosecurity reduces ASF threat

While ‘nothing is absolute,’ Canadian pork company expresses confidence in continent’s current biosecurity initiatives
November 1, 2019
Roy Graber
Maple Leaf Foods CEO Michael H. McCain spoke with relative confidence that the Canadian and North American pork industries are well-positioned to protect its pig herds, should the presence of African swine fever (ASF) be confirmed in the continent.
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US Senate approves bill to add ag inspectors at ports

Pork organizations applaud vote as threat of ASF looms
October 29, 2019
The United States Senate on October 25 unanimously approved a bill to address the shortage of agricultural inspectors who protect the nation’s food supply and agricultural industries at the border.
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China trade

Report: China to end punitive tariffs on US pork, soy

National Pork Producers Council says if news is true, it would be huge breakthrough for U.S. pork industry
September 13, 2019
Roy Graber
China’s Customs Tariff Commission of the State Council intends to remove punitive tariffs on U.S. pork and soybeans, as well as some other agricultural goods from the United States, according to Chinese media outlet Xinhua.
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ASF drives Chinese soy meal consumption to 4-year low

Feed demand is down, but pork industry profits likely to soar, USDA says
September 10, 2019
Emma Penrod
Despite a seven-month decline in the size of china’s pig herd due to African swine fever, feed demand in China has decreased only marginally. Imports of U.S. soybeans, however, continue to drop dramatically.
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