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Beef prices in the United States have surged to record levels as the nation’s cattle inventory falls to its lowest point in 70 years.

Beef prices in the United States are surging to record levels as the country’s cattle inventory falls to its lowest point in more than 70 years. According to data from the U.S. Department of Labor, the average price of ground beef rose to $5.79 per pound (0.454 kg) in American cities in March, marking a 12.8% increase over the past year and the highest annual rise on record. A years-long drought in the western U.S. has dried up grazing pastures, prompting American ranchers to continuously shrink their herds. This has created a shortage, pushing up prices for calves and other..

Meeting someone who once raised pigs to use their intestines as traditional pipe filters.

“I’m confident that if the experiment were repeated today, nearly any pig raised on raw scraps and aquatic plants from polluted ponds or lakes would end up with intestines suitable for use as pipe filters.” Nguyễn Đình Tường – Director of Đồng Tâm Livestock and Services Cooperative. Photo credit: Dương Đình Tường A Surprising Discovery in Pig Farming “Some pigs had thicker intestines, others thinner, but all developed what we call ‘pipe-filter intestines’. However, raising pigs this way is extremely risky,” said Mr. Nguyễn Đình Tường, Director of Đồng Tâm Livestock and Services Cooperative (Cấn Hữu Commune, Quốc Oai District,..

Vietnamese Seafood and the Shift in US-China Trade Dynamics

While Vietnamese seafood has the potential to strengthen its position in the US market, it will also face mounting competitive pressure from Chinese products in other markets. Focusing on deep processing and value addition is the key for Vietnamese seafood to remain competitive in the global market. Photo: Hoang Anh The United States is currently a leading importer of several key Vietnamese seafood products, such as shrimp, pangasius, and tuna. According to the Vietnam Association of Seafood Exporters and Producers (VASEP), more than 400 Vietnamese seafood enterprises are currently exporting or planning to export to the US market. As a..

“The UK has banned the import of meat and dairy products from the EU due to concerns over foot-and-mouth disease.”

On April 11, according to Politico, the UK government banned travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from the European Union (EU) into the country in an effort to prevent the spread of foot-and-mouth disease, which is currently breaking out in several European countries.” Beef is displayed for sale at a market in Southeast London, UK. Photo: AFP/Vietnam News Agency.” On April 11, according to Politico, the UK government announced a new regulation prohibiting travelers from bringing meat and dairy products from the European Union (EU) into the country. This measure aims to prevent the potential spread of foot-and-mouth disease,..

Six avian influenza outbreaks detected, Hanoi proactively implements all preventive measures

Faced with the risk of disease intrusion and spread, Hanoi’s health sector has clearly identified its urgent task: to proactively detect early, strictly control, and promptly handle suspected cases. The Hanoi Department of Health has just issued Document No. 1540/SYT-NVY, requiring all public and private medical facilities to comprehensively implement surveillance, prevention, and disease control measures to prevent outbreaks from spreading within the community. According to the Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development, since the beginning of 2025, Cambodia has reported three human cases of avian influenza A/H5N1, all of whom have died. In Vietnam,..

The U.S. imports eggs to address the crisis caused by the avian influenza outbreak

On March 21, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins stated that the country is importing eggs from Turkey and South Korea to ease supply shortages caused by the avian influenza outbreak, which has driven prices up nationwide. Chicken eggs are displayed for sale at a supermarket in El Monte, Los Angeles, California, USA.Photo: THX/VNA Speaking to the press, Secretary Rollins stated that the U.S. has begun importing eggs from Turkey and South Korea and that the White House is currently negotiating with other countries for temporary egg imports. She noted that egg imports would cease once U.S. poultry farmers can..

Exported shrimp may maintain high prices throughout 2025.

Increasing demand in emerging markets, combined with stable supply from key farming regions, will help Vietnam sustain its export momentum in the coming period. Vietnam’s shrimp export market has been continuously expanding, growing from 102 countries in 2023 to 107 countries in 2024, strengthening its increasing influence in global trade. According to VASEP statistics, the top five export destinations for Vietnamese shrimp are China (including Hong Kong), the United States, Japan, the EU, and South Korea. Together, these regions account for 76% of Vietnam’s total shrimp export revenue. The Mekong Delta region is considered the key shrimp farming area of..

The price of breeding chickens in Hải Dương is increasing.

The price of breeding chickens sold by hatcheries in Hải Dương has increased significantly compared to the end of 2024. According to a survey conducted by reporters on the afternoon of March 14, some poultry hatcheries in Yết Kiêu commune (Gia Lộc) are selling hybrid fighting chickens for 7,000 – 7,500 VND per chick, an increase of 2,000 – 2,500 VND per chick compared to the end of 2024. The hybrid Hồ chicken breed is being sold wholesale at production facilities for 6,000 – 6,500 VND per chick, an increase of 2,500 – 3,000 VND per chick. At these prices,..

South Korea: First Foot-and-Mouth Disease Case Reported After Nearly Two Years

According to the Vietnam News Agency (VNA) correspondent in Seoul, on March 14, the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs of South Korea (MAFRA) confirmed a case of foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) at a local livestock farm, marking the first outbreak in nearly two years since the last case was recorded in May 2023. Quarantine officers spray disinfectant at a cattle farm in Yeongam, South Jeolla Province, South Korea, after detecting a case of foot-and-mouth disease on March 14, 2025. Photo: Yonhap Quarantine officers spray disinfectant at a cattle farm in Yeongam, South Jeolla Province, South Korea, after detecting a..

VIV ASIA 2025: Technology exchange and opportunities to bring Vietnam’s livestock industry to international level

From March 12 to 14, 2025, IMPACT Exhibition and Convention Center, Bangkok, Thailand becomes the center of the Asian livestock industry with the event VIV ASIA 2025. This year’s event continues to affirm its strong appeal when gathering more than 1,500 leading brands in the field of livestock and aquaculture, including the notable participation of many Vietnamese enterprises. VIV ASIA 2025 welcomed a large number of visitors, including significant participation from delegations from Vietnam. At the opening ceremony, Mr. Prasert Chantararuangthong, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economic and Social Affairs, outlined Thailand’s strategic vision for developing the food industry...