Farmers in Tamil Nadu are calling on the government to waive import duties on corn as the poultry industry struggles with soaring feed prices.
The Finnish meat producer is closing its facility in Paimio and shifting operations to an external service provider. The move is expected to save US$1.1 million annually.
Farmers fear devastating losses as winter approaches and no vaccination approvals are granted.
The two-year programme includes eight companies aiming to streamline regulatory approval. The initiative seeks to reduce costs and waiting times for cultivated meat companies.
The expansion of trade between the UK and Mexico will allow British pork exporters to sell offal, a product widely used in Mexican cuisine.