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EU world's largest exporter of pork
For 2005, the US Department of Agriculture expects global meat trade to increase. Meat exports from the main supplier countries are expected to rise to a record high of 17,6 million tons. Compared to the current year, that would be an increase of 5,4 percent.
The ministry estimates beef exports from leading supplier countries at almost 2005 million tons in 6,6, a record level. Global pork exports are predicted to be around 4,2 million tons in the coming year, up 2004 percent from XNUMX. China maintains its position as the world's largest producer and consumer of pork, while its exports are expected to grow steadily.
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Consumer prices significantly lower than last year
Unlike last year, when eggs were scarce and relatively expensive, this time the local market is very plentiful and prices are well below last year's levels. Hobby cooks among consumers who have an above-average need for eggs for the forthcoming Advent bakery will appreciate this.
At the beginning of November, the national average for all types of business was only 85 cents for a pack of ten eggs from cage farming, weight class M, instead of 1,29 euros in the same period last year. Ten eggs from conventional free-range husbandry cost an average of EUR 1,78, compared to EUR 1,87 at the beginning of November last year. A pack of ten eggs from conventional barn farming was available for EUR 1,55 compared to EUR 1,71 in the previous year.
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Federal Statistical Office: Turnover in the hospitality industry in September 2004 was 1,7% down on the previous year in real terms
In September 2004, turnover in the hospitality industry in Germany was nominally 0,9% and real 1,7% lower than in September 2003. According to the Federal Statistical Office, this development is mainly caused by the hospitality industry, which compared to September 2003 was nominally 2,9. 3,7% and in real terms 2004% lower sales. On the other hand, there was a positive development in the canteens and caterers, which also include the suppliers of the airlines. In September 5,2, they achieved higher nominal and real sales than in the same month of the previous year (nominal + 4,1%, real + 2004%). In contrast, the development of sales in September 2003 in the accommodation industry was relatively constant compared to September 0,2 (nominal + 0,5%, real – XNUMX%).
If one compares the calendar and seasonally adjusted sales in the hospitality industry in September 2004 with those in August, the result is an increase of 1,4% in nominal terms and 1,2% in real terms.
The US company Caviar Creator is now represented with its products in the Metro Cash & Carry stores. Metro customers can now buy caviar and sturgeon filet Gravad all year round. Fresh sturgeon fillet will be added as another product from Caviar Creator in December. "Through the cooperation with Metro, we can increase our level of awareness in Germany enormously. After all, there are 60 Metro stores nationwide," said Frank Schaefer, Chief Executive Officer of Caviar Creator. The listing with the Metro is not limited. The Metro Cash & Carry stores belong to the Metro retail group.
Metro Cash & Carry stores offer different sizes of Caviar Creator caviar cans. The listed caviar is available in 50 to 1000 gram cans, the sturgeon filet Gravad in 125 gram packs.
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Holidays stimulate demand
In the coming weeks of December, interest in the wholesale meat markets will focus on the more precious cuts of beef, veal and pork in view of the end-of-year holidays. On the other hand, cheaper consumer goods are likely to be in constant demand during the cold season. On the cattle markets for slaughter, prices for cattle could fall just short of the previous month's level given an expected plentiful supply, but they will clearly exceed the previous year's level. Experience has shown that supply and demand for slaughter calves increase in December, and prices are expected to rise. Pigs for slaughter are not readily available in the first half of the month, but demand from slaughterhouses decreases in the second half. In December, prices are likely to be just about the same as the previous month, but are noticeably higher than last year. Young bull prices significantly higher than last year
Young bulls are likely to be in high demand in the first half of December, since the Christmas holidays are likely to see a noticeable upturn in trade, especially in precious and precious parts from the hindquarters. Shortly before the end of the year, the slaughtering goes back down again due to the public holidays, and the trade gradually develops into a so-called order market. Last year the slaughter of young bulls rose sharply as a result of the December premium scheme and prices were under pressure. This year it remains to be seen how farmers will react to the new rules on premiums as part of the agricultural reform. In order to prevent increased sales for premium reasons, a transitional phase was decided for the special premium for male slaughter cattle, but not for the slaughter premium, until the end of February 2005. One or the other fattener will therefore probably market his bulls in the current year in order to enjoy the slaughter premium. These imponderables make a price forecast for December difficult. Overall, the payout prices for young bulls are likely to fall just short of the previous month's result. However, animals in the meat trading class R3 could definitely reach an average price of around 2,70 euros per kilogram slaughter weight and thus continue to significantly exceed the level of the previous year.
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Risk assessment proposals for controlling antibiotic-resistant germs in livestock
How to limit the development and spread of antibiotic-resistant microorganisms in animal husbandry? This question was the focus of the symposium "Risk management to limit antibiotic resistance" that took place on November 15th and 16th, 2004 in Berlin. It was organized by the Federal Office for Consumer Protection and Food Safety in cooperation with the Federal Institute for Risk Assessment and the Federal Research Center for Agriculture. The symposium sees itself as a continuation of the international symposium "Towards a Risk Analysis of Antibiotic Resistance", which took place at the BfR last year. "After we scientifically assessed the risk of antibiotic resistance of zoonotic pathogens in animal husbandry last year, we should now discuss how the recommendations drawn up there can be implemented in effective measures to limit and prevent antibiotic resistance in Germany," outlined the President of the BfR , professor dr. dr Andreas Hensel, the content before the start of the event.
At last year's event, experts agreed that insensitivity to antimicrobial substances is spreading among bacteria. This is particularly relevant for those bacteria that use the animal as a host and can cause diseases in humans. This development was particularly observed in studies on Salmonella and Campylobacter strains. Both bacterial species reach humans primarily via the food chain. Patients infected with resistant pathogens had a higher risk of dying within the next two years than patients infected with antibiotic-sensitive pathogens. Another problem is that germs found in animals can exchange their resistance genes (hereditary traits that make them insensitive to antimicrobial substances) with pathogens that are important in humans.
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In Denmark, the shares of the most important organic products in the total sales of the relevant product groups developed differently in the first half of 2004 compared to the same period of the previous year. This was determined by the "GfK ConsumerScan" household panel of the market research institute GfK Danmark based on data collected from 2.500 Danish households.
In terms of market share, the most important organic product in the first half of 2004 was alternative drinking milk with 27,9 percent (previous year: 25,9 percent). Organic oat flakes came second and third with 26,6 (28,2) percent and organic eggs with an unchanged 17 percent. Carrots came fourth with 16,5 (18,0) percent, followed by fresh pasta with 12,0 (11,2) percent.
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"German poultry - definitely a treat"
A study shows that poultry with a reliable proof of origin is in demand. Differences in quality are attributed to where the animals were hatched, raised, slaughtered and processed. A current EMNID study confirms: For 77 percent of those surveyed, the best chickens come from Germany. Many people take a close look when shopping before turkey breast fillet or chicken thighs find their way into the shopping cart. A look at the label with the DDD marking makes the origin of the poultry visible and enables traceability across all stages of poultry production. In November and December 2004, the CMA Centrale Marketing-Gesellschaft der Deutschen Agrarwirtschaft mbH provided information about the origin of German poultry with a TV spot, advertising motifs and stickers and whetted the appetite for chicken, turkey, duck and goose.
The campaign “German poultry – sure to please” starts on November 11, 2004 with a TV spot. "Where are you?" the leading actor in the TV commercial texts his girlfriend in the supermarket. "DDD," is her reply. He remembers the award for German poultry and finds it at the poultry counter. The commercial will be broadcast on the ARD and ZDF evening programs between 18 p.m. and 20 p.m. From December 6, 2004, the CMA will place an advertisement in high-coverage issues of numerous general interest magazines. In the magazines Hörzu, Bild der Frau, Stern and Lisa, a booklet is also enclosed with the attention-grabbing advertisement. "The sweetheart conveys the message of the motif 'I love beautiful thighs' to her boyfriend on a green serviette and looks forward to the delicious poultry snack in a cozy atmosphere at home," explains Olaf Lück, poultry expert at the CMA. A small information booklet that is placed on the advertisements takes up the core message "German poultry - definitely a pleasure" and provides detailed information about German poultry. This includes preparation tips, product information and detailed information on the production of German poultry and the DDD certificate of origin.
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QS continues to gain ground through clear commitments from food retailers
The dynamic development of the QS scheme is particularly evident in the food retail sector - there are now 22 companies with almost 9.000 shops in the scheme. At almost all leading retail chains in Germany, consumers will find meat and meat products with the QS certification mark. “The integration of the large trading companies in the QS scheme has proven its worth. It has a strong signal effect on the upstream production stages and consumers. The latter decide on the purchase of products that they feel safe about," explains Dr. Nienhoff, Managing Director of QS Quality and Safety GmbH. He also sees the announcement by Metro AG, one of the world's largest retail groups, that it will only market QS pork from January 1, 2005, as a special sign of the success of the QS scheme.
Three years after its launch at Anuga 2001, QS continues to gain ground as a system for tested quality assurance for food in all stages of production in the food industry and in retail. "With over 56.000 system partners, QS is an incredible success - such a comprehensive and assertive quality assurance system for food is unique in the world," explains Dr. Hermann Josef Nienhoff. QS goods from the area of fresh fruit, vegetables and potatoes are also available for the first time this year.
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Germans let it sizzle vigorously
The Germans are anything but cooking muffles. This was the result of an online survey by the CMA Centrale Marketing-Gesellschaft der Deutschen Agrarwirtschaft mbH. But which methods of preparation do the Germans prefer? 93 percent of those surveyed stated different preferences and habits when preparing meals on a daily basis.
The majority of Germans conjure up their own creations from pots and pans. Time plays an important role in the preparation of meals. 32 percent of respondents say that they like to try new dishes and often experiment. This applies above all to the young generation between 18 and 35 years of age. 21 percent of German amateur cooks prefer dishes that are quick and easy to prepare, such as steaks with salad, sliced meat or chops with vegetables. Routine also saves time. Another 16 percent fall back on their standard repertoire and regularly spoil themselves and others with their own "specialties". The advantage: these dishes are almost always a success. Twelve percent of those surveyed bring more elaborate dishes such as roulades or stuffed roasts to the table. Another eight percent play it safe: They cook according to recipes from magazines, cookbooks and TV.
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Trade fair strives for further internationalization
Ralf Hübner, managing director of the Offenburg warewashing technology specialist Hobart, is the new chairman of the INTERNORGA exhibitor advisory board. This was decided by the committee at its meeting in Hamburg in mid-October. The 46-year-old business administration graduate succeeds Werner Mager, who has been chairman since 1997 and is retiring from the Exhibitors' Advisory Board. Ralf Hübner has been Managing Director at Hobart GmbH since 2001.
INTERNORGA is facing major changes in the coming years. The first hall of the New Hamburg Exhibition Center will already be available for the next international trade fair for hotels, gastronomy, communal catering, bakeries and confectioneries from March 4th to 9th, 2005. Exhibitors from the food and beverages sector will present their trends and innovations in the new Hall 14 at the television tower.
