Argentina – poultry production forecast

The USDA forecasts that Argentinian poultry production will increase marginally in 2027 to 2.59m tonnes, up from 2.57m tonnes in 2026.

USA – ethanol exports hit record

US exports of ethanol in 2025 were a record 8.4bn litres, up from the previous record of 7.4bn litres set in 2024.

Pakistan – FrieslandCampina profits up

FrieslandCampina Engro Pakistan profits for the first half of 2026 increased to 4.4bn rupees (€13.8m) up from 1.35bn rupees (€4.15m) in the same period last year (DCA).

New Zealand – sheep protection

Auckland council has reduced the number of dog attacks on sheep and lambs by the introduction of llamas on their farms (Farmers Weekly).