The FAO Meat Price Index experienced a slight decrease of 0.3% in October, compared to September, but remained 7.5% higher than the previous year. This increase was driven by various factors across different meat categories. Pigmeat prices saw the most significant decline due to increased slaughter in Western Europe and weak demand, both domestically and internationally. Poultrymeat prices also fell slightly, largely due to increased export supplies from major producers. Despite an increase in new-season supplies from Oceania, world sheepmeat prices remained stable, with rising global demand balancing out the increase. Conversely, international beef price quotations saw a moderate increase, fueled by stronger international purchases.