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Matthijs Bremer

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Matthijs Bremer is a meat market analyst at DCA Market Intelligence, specializing in beef, pork and poultry. With extensive experience analyzing the livestock and protein sectors, Matthijs provides insights that support producers, processors and traders in navigating complex and rapidly evolving markets.

At DCA Market Intelligence, he monitors price trends, production developments, trade flows and supply chain dynamics, translating detailed data into actionable market insights. His work covers price analysis, consumption patterns, policy updates and global trade developments, giving stakeholders a comprehensive view of the meat sector.

Dedicated to delivering market intelligence that informs strategic decisions, Matthijs helps professionals anticipate market shifts, optimize operations and identify growth opportunities across beef, pork and poultry markets.

Explore Matthijs’ latest analyses and insights, or connect with him on LinkedIn for updates on meat market trends. You are welcome to contact Matthijs if you have any questions or want to discuss the markets.


Latest insights

Analysis|Published: Jul 21, 2026

Beef prices remain under pressure

Dutch slaughter cattle prices have taken another step down this week. The Vee & Logistiek quotations fell across the board. This means the downward movement continues. In Germany too, the market has come under further pressure, with the decline in the cow price this week even turning out considerably larger.

Analysis|Published: Jul 15, 2026

Broiler market remains moderately positive

The Dutch poultry meat market is still drifting along. Supply and demand remain balanced, which means prices are not yet managing to rise strongly. Still, there are once again cautiously positive signals.

Analysis|Published: Jul 14, 2026

Cocoa prices surge again because of excessive rain

Cocoa prices rose sharply during the first two weeks of February. Extremely heavy rainfall is causing significant damage to the crop outlook in the main producing countries of West Africa. Nevertheless, the broader market context still points to relatively favourable supply conditions.

News|Published: Jul 9, 2026

Trade treaty with Mexico could offer opportunities for meat and dairy

The European Union and Mexico have modernized their trade agreement. This is presented as a victory for the European agrifood sector, although the trade blocs are mutually suspending the restrictions for the sector. There are exceptions for the most sensitive products.

Analysis|Published: Jul 9, 2026

Northern European Pig price takes another painful hit

It has been speculated about for several weeks already, but now it has really happened. The German pig price of the VEZG has once again fallen by 10 cents. All companies in the Dutch pig sector have now responded with a decline. Read more about the falling prices in the pig market

News|Published: Jul 8, 2026

Brazilian half year exports grow despite small June decline

The export of Brazilian pork fell slightly in June, but remained at a historically high level. Despite the monthly decline, Brazil closed the first half of 2026 with the best performance ever recorded for pork exports. This confirms the country’s growing role on the global pork market.

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