The US Meat industry is once again the subject of political debate. Democratic lawmakers are preparing legislation that could force major US meatpacking companies to restructure in an effort to curb r record-high beef prices. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer is expected to introduce a bill that would prevent companies from processing more than one category of meat. This could require large processors to spin off their beef operations.
Analysis|Published: Yesterday 03:30 PM CET
The cocoa price has declined again in recent weeks, although the drop has become less drastic. Ivory Coast is beginning to experience the consequences of minimum payout prices, while its main competitor Ghana has sharply reduced its prices.
Analysis|Published: Mar 2, 2026
The European chicken meat market has stabilised. Both meat and poultry prices are no longer showing significant declines or increases. The growth in supply no longer appears to be putting pressure on prices. An important factor in this development is the stabilisation of Polish broiler prices.
Analysis|Published: Feb 27, 2026
The pig market is clearly improving, slowly but surely. Both the prices of meat and livestock are increasing in Northern Europe. In Southern Europe, the outlook is less rosy.
Analysis|Published: Feb 26, 2026
The European pork production decreased in 2025. The slaughter number even fell more sharply. Most countries experienced a decline. Spain is an exception in this regard.
Analysis|Published: Feb 26, 2026
European pork exports show a slight recovery in 2025. Exports to several major markets declined somewhat, but the EU proved capable of offsetting this decline in smaller markets.
