Smithfield Foods warned a shortage of pork bellies and ham may occur in the U.S. in 2020 because China will likely import more pork to cover the deficit caused by swine fever. The U.S. Meat Export Federation projects those exports will grow 12% this year and 13% in 2020. However, Smithfield said it will prioritize supplying its U.S. customer base over sending exports to China, reported The Oregonian. Full Story
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