EU pork exports in 2024: Stability after the downturn
EU pork exports stabilized in 2024 at 4.21 Mt, far from the 2020 record, marked by China's recovery and destination changes.
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Mexico: Pork trade balance shows deficit in the first quarter of 2025
Pork imports continue to set records, while exports recorded a nearly 20% drop in volume.
Analysis of Latin American swine farming performance in 2024 and outlook for 2025
In 2024, the Latin American swine industry continued to show outstanding performance, reaffirming its potential, resilience, and capacity to adapt to the challenges facing the sector in a complex market environment. However, given the current geopolitical circumstances, reconfiguration of international pork trade flows in Latin America is expected in 2025 as a result of retaliation against the tariffs imposed by the United States.
Mexico: Pork production grew 1.5% in the first quarter of 2025
The growth rate of pork production was higher than that of beef but lower than poultry.
The UK pork industry post-Brexit: A five-year overview
The past five years have been a turbulent period for the UK pork industry, shaped by the intersecting challenges of Brexit, COVID-19 and global economic and geopolitical pressures.
A momentary truce in the Spanish market
Guillem Burset analyzes the situation in the Spanish market and the possible effects of Trump's tariff policy on pork trade.
Peru: Increased supply boosted pork consumption in 2024
In 2024, apparent pork consumption in Peru grew 4 % due to the sustained increase in domestic supply, linked to higher domestic production and the increase in imports. The growing participation of Brazilian pork imports stands out, which increased significantly in volume compared to the previous year.
Argentina: Pig slaughter increased nearly 5 % in first quarter
So far this year, there has been an upward trend in the volume of pig slaughter.
World pig farming: First update of USDA estimates for 2025
In its most recent report, “Livestock and Poultry: World Markets and Trade,” published on April 10, the USDA projects slight growth in world pork production in 2025, accompanied by a slight drop in global exports, despite the expected significant increase in shipments from Brazil.
USDA corn and soybean projections for the 2024/2025 season - April 2025
The outlook for U.S. corn exports improved compared to the March report. A slight increase in the EU corn production was estimated, as well as an increase in its imports. For soybean projections, no significant adjustments were made.
Brazil: Paraná recorded 91.5% increase in pork exports
Paraná achieved the second-largest increase in pork exports in March 2025.
U.S. hog inventory down slightly
The sow and market hog inventories were down in March, but there was an increase in the number of piglets weaned per litter.
Costa Rica: How did pig farming fare in 2024?
Decreased pork production was offset by significantly increased imports, contributing to increased consumption.
Africa’s pig industry: past and present status
The pig industry in Africa holds great potential as a key driver for food security, income generation, and rural development. However, it faces several challenges that hinder its growth and sustainability.
USDA corn and soybean projections for the 2024/2025 season - March 2025
Compared to February, estimates for global corn exports were cut, which could be explained by a projected decrease in shipments from Brazil. Likewise, a significant drop in corn imports from China was estimated. As for soybeans, projections remained unchanged, except for a drop in ending stocks.