Swine news - Economy

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.

Highlights from the USDA grain and oilseed estimates for the 2025/26 season published on February 10.

The Chilean swine industry showed slight growth in slaughter, production, and domestic consumption.

Of the seven new confirmed cases, one is located in the municipality of Sant Feliu de Llobregat, which has been added to the high-risk zone. Work is underway with the European Commission to reclassify the current infected area into Zones I and II.

Meat production in Germany remained virtually unchanged in 2025 at 6.9 million tons.

An upward trend in total pork production and exports is expected from 2027 to 2035.

The Philippines has lifted the temporary ban on the importation of swine products and by-products originating from Poland.

The Taiwan side will provide preferential market access for U.S. agricultural exports, including pork.

EFSA’s yearly report shows continued high compliance with official limits in 2024.

The increase in per capita meat consumption was mainly driven by pork, which registered the highest year-on-year growth and consolidated its position on Argentinian tables.

MEPs backed extra safeguards on Tuesday to prevent harm to Europe’s agriculture sector following trade liberalisation with Mercosur countries.

World wheat prices were broadly stable in January, while maize prices continued downward and barley prices increased modestly.

According to CEXGAN data, Spanish exports of pork and pork products to third countries increased by 2.6% last year.

The decline mainly reflected lower international pig meat prices.

Rabobank sees global pork markets in 2026 defined by tightening herds, shifting trade policies, and persistent disease pressures.

The key driver of pig meat production gains in 2025 was heavier carcase weights.

The first nine months of the year saw a slight upturn in pork production and a widening trade deficit.

Exports of U.S. pork remained relatively strong in November but were below the large total reported in November 2024.

Pork imports increased by 16%, with Brazil as the main supplier.

The government plans to continue promoting the agricultural sector with larger markets, irrigation projects, and diversification of exportable goods.

Panama and Brazil strengthen their relationship with technical cooperation for agriculture, new livestock opportunities, and a shared vision for regional trade integration.

The swine industry's performance over the last year reflects sustained growth, backed by historic production and consumption.

With strong demand from Asia and high sanitary standards, pork is strengthening its strategic role within Chile's food exports.

All five National Single Commissions move to Mantua.