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International Trade

USGC promotes sorghum as livestock feed in East Africa

Meetings in Kenya and Tanzania highlight potential for U.S. sorghum exports amid corn trade restrictions.

U.S. Grains Council (USGC) Manager of Global Trade Jace Hefner (rear, second from left) recently traveled to Kenya and Tanzania to share sorghum’s viability as a feed additive that can lower costs along the agricultural value chain.

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AFIA receives USDA funds to boost animal food exports to Vietnam

A $242,600 grant from the USDA’s Emerging Markets Program will support AFIA’s continued efforts to expand U.S. animal food exports and partnerships in Vietnam.

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Global grains and oilseeds trade reaches 880 million metric tons in 2023-24

RaboResearch report highlights continued growth despite global challenges, with wheat remaining the most traded grain.

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RaboResearch: Rising prices, trade disruption create uncertainty in global beef markets

Global cattle markets have all been trending higher in the first half of 2025, but uncertainty and unpredictability are reverberating through the global beef market.

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AFIA unveils 2025-26 policy priorities to strengthen US animal feed industry

The American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) has released its 2025-26 policy priorities, reaffirming the animal food industry’s commitment to advancing policies that improve the business environment for U.S. animal feed manufacturers.

RaboResearch: Tariffs disrupt global pork trade, while disease risks and volatility rise

According to a recent RaboResearch report, pork prices have rebounded and remain strong despite shifting trade flows and growing economic and consumer uncertainties.

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Brazil achieves another double-digit jump in pork exports

Year-on-year, Brazilian exports of pig meat products in April were up close to 15% in volume, and almost 25% in revenue.

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Animal Feed Manufacturing

Global feed production rises in 2024, led by growth in poultry and dairy

The 2025 Alltech Agri-Food Outlook reports a 1.2% increase in global feed production, with regional and species-specific trends showing both resilience and persistent disease-related challenges.

In 2024, dairy feed grew by 3.2%, with consumption rising in Asia-Pacific, Latin America, Europe and Africa, attributed to increased milk demand and intensification of farming practices.

U.S.-China tariff pause eases pressure on animal feed, pet food trade

A 90-day reduction in U.S.-China tariffs offers short-term relief for U.S. animal food exporters and ingredient buyers as trade talks continue.

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USDA halts Mexican livestock imports over Screwworm

“Mexico is no one’s pinata,” said president of Mexico Claudia Sheinbaum, calling the suspension unfair.

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USTR freight fees spark fears for US ag export costs

Proposed USTR maritime fees could drive up shipping costs and threaten U.S. agricultural exports

International Trade

Harvest Group establishes operations in Kenya

Commodities merchant and distributor Harvest Group SA has announced the official launch of its operations in Kenya, leveraging the country’s strategic position as a regional trade hub and gateway to Africa’s rapidly expanding markets.

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