The Spanish pig price is rising as swift as an arrow, but…
The post-ASF scenario will most likely paint a picture with fewer pigs and the unfortunate absence or disappearance of a number of operators.
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German pig market in March with tailwinds - and the brakes on
The tight supply of pigs ready for slaughter pushed prices up in Germany, although demand in the meat market and structural challenges remained limiting factors. In the medium term, the decrease in supply could benefit the market.
The future of profitability in swine production: Part 2 – the magnitude of investment
Success depends on targeted investments that make production systems more precise, predictable, and resilient. Cost-cutting alone is rarely a sustainable path to profit.
Mexico: pork production grew 6 % and reached a record in 2025
Although pork imports once again reached a record, domestic production contributed more than 100,000 additional ton, growing to levels not seen since 2019.
Colombia: 2025 ends with a boom in pork production and consumption
The Colombian swine industry closed 2025 with a historic advance in slaughter and production, driven by rising domestic consumption, reflecting the strength of demand.
DCA Market Intelligence launches EU pork price indices
New reference points for price transparency across the European pork value chain.
FAO meat price index up in February
The increase was largely driven by higher world bovine and ovine meat prices, while poultry and pig meat quotations registered only marginal upticks.
FAO cereal price index increased in February
International wheat and coarse grain prices rose month on month.
Stop the ride
The speed at which events have unfolded makes one want to get off this rollercoaster ride of a year, but the world doesn’t stop.
German pig market in February showing a cautious upward trend
The market is gradually working its way out of a phase of tension.
The spread of ASF and reasonable hope for the Spanish pig market
There is no doubt that ASF weighs heavily on pig prices. Prices will probably rise until they reach (and possibly exceed) the cost price, but we should not expect any major joys in 2026.
Survey on pig prices in 2025: Expectations far from reality
Prices were expected to be significantly better than what ultimately materialized in the hog markets.
Growth for Argentina's swine industry: slaughter, production, and consumption increased in 2025
These results reflect a sector with dynamic production and expanding domestic demand, but with a growing presence and pressure from imported products in the domestic market.
FAO Cereal Price Index up slightly in January
World wheat prices were broadly stable in January, while maize prices continued downward and barley prices increased modestly.
FAO Meat Price Index down in January
The decline mainly reflected lower international pig meat prices.
Argentina: Record slaughter, production, and consumption in 2025
The swine industry's performance over the last year reflects sustained growth, backed by historic production and consumption.