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Forecasts for the next world corn harvest are very positive, driven mainly by increased production in the United States. Good international trade is anticipated, although accompanied by reduced ending stocks. As for soybeans, a significant increase in production and exports from Brazil is expected, boosting international trade.

EU pork exports stabilized in 2024 at 4.21 Mt, far from the 2020 record, marked by China's recovery and destination changes.

Pork imports continue to set records, while exports recorded a nearly 20% drop in volume.

The growth rate of pork production was higher than that of beef but lower than poultry.

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.

So far this year, there has been an upward trend in the volume of pig slaughter.

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.

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.

Paraná achieved the second-largest increase in pork exports in March 2025.

The sow and market hog inventories were down in March, but there was an increase in the number of piglets weaned per litter.

Decreased pork production was offset by significantly increased imports, contributing to increased consumption.