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EU Chicken Production to Grow in 2025
According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), European Union (EU) chicken production is forecast to reach 11.5 million metric tonnes in 2025, marking a 1.3% year-on-year increase. Post-COVID market conditions in the EU have been favorable for more affordable animal proteins such as chicken and eggs. Despite challenges like food inflation and rising energy costs, EU chicken consumption is expected to remain strong in 2025, which will likely sustain overall chicken demand and support production.
Poland is expected to remain the EU's top chicken producer, accounting...
Polish Cattle Prices Decline in mid-December 2024
Polish cattle prices fell by 2.6% month-on-month (m-o-m), reaching €5.2/kg during the week of December 11, 2024. Although Turkey is expected to be the primary growth market for Polish beef, export expansion is anticipated to extend to countries like China and Vietnam, for which Poland has recently secured veterinary approval. Despite the rise in exports, Polish cattle prices have declined in recent weeks.
The Polish dairy sector is undergoing significant restructuring, with efforts focused on building its dairy herd and phasing out less...
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