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World - Pork (Meat Of Swine) - Market Analysis, Forecast, Size, Trends and Insights
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Global Pork Market: Current Trends and Market Insights

The global pork market continues to demonstrate dynamic shifts and trends, driven by a range of factors including consumption patterns, production capabilities, and international trade activities. Data from IndexBox provides detailed insights into these evolving market dynamics, highlighting key consumption, production, and trade trends across various nations.

Consumption Trends

China remains the dominant consumer of pork globally, with a consumption volume of 55.8 million tons projected for 2024, marginally increasing from 55.7 million tons in 2023. The United States follows as the second-largest consumer, with a consistent consumption volume of approximately 10.5 million tons in 2024. Other significant consumers include Russia (4.4 million tons), Germany (4.1 million tons), and Brazil (4 million tons).

In terms of value, China again leads with a consumption value of USD 246.8 billion in 2024. The United States (USD 29.8 billion), Japan (USD 23.2 billion), Germany (USD 13.2 billion), and Russia (USD 12.7 billion) are other notable markets.

Production Insights

China's dominance extends to production as well, with an estimated 54.8 million tons projected for 2024. The United States is also a major player with a production volume of 12.3 million tons. Brazil and Spain are tied at 5.1 million tons, followed by Germany at 4.6 million tons. When it comes to the production value, China is at the top with USD 241.6 billion, followed by the United States (USD 35 billion), Spain (USD 18.2 billion), Germany (USD 15.4 billion), and Japan (USD 12.9 billion).

Trade Dynamics

Export Trends

The United States leads pork exports in terms of volume, with significant exports amounting to 2.2 million tons in 2024. Spain, Brazil, Canada, and Germany follow suit, each exporting over 1 million tons. In terms of export value, the United States again takes the lead with USD 6.4 billion, followed by Spain (USD 6.2 billion), Germany (USD 3.6 billion), Canada (USD 3 billion), and Brazil (USD 2.7 billion).

Import Trends

Mexico emerges as the largest importer, expecting to import 1.4 million tons in 2024, followed by China with 1 million tons. Japan, Italy, and Poland are other significant importers. Japan leads in import value at USD 4.1 billion, highlighting its demand for high-value pork products, followed by Mexico (USD 3.3 billion), Italy (USD 3 billion), China (USD 2.1 billion), and Poland (USD 1.9 billion).

Overall, the global pork market exhibits robust movements with China maintained at the core of both consumption and production. The interplay within the top importing and exporting nations underscores the complex global supply chain dynamics that define this market. As countries adapt to these changing trends, market participants must remain vigilant to shifts in demand and supply to capitalize on emerging opportunities.

Source: IndexBox Market Intelligence Platform

This report provides an in-depth analysis of the global pork market. Within it, you will discover the latest data on market trends and opportunities by country, consumption, production and price developments, as well as the global trade (imports and exports). The forecast exhibits the market prospects through 2030.

Product coverage:

  • FCL 1035 - Pig meat

Country coverage:

Worldwide - the report contains statistical data for 200 countries and includes detailed profiles of the 50 largest consuming countries:

+ the largest producing countries

Data coverage:

  • Global market volume and value
  • Per Capita consumption
  • Forecast of the market dynamics in the medium term
  • Global production, split by region and country
  • Global trade (exports and imports)
  • Export and import prices
  • Market trends, drivers and restraints
  • Key market players and their profiles

Company coverage:

Muyuan Foodstuff Co., Ltd., Wens Group, Smithfield Foods/WH Group, Zhengbang Group, New Hope Group, Charoen Pokphand Foods, Techbank Food Co., Ltd, Triumph Foods, Sichuan Dekon Group, BRF S.A., Pipestone System, Seaboard Foods, Twins Group, Yangxiang, Cooperl, Iowa Select Farms, DaBeiNong, COFCO, Vall Companys Group, Seara Foods, Aonong Group, The Maschhoffs, Miratorg, Aurora Alimentos COOP, Prestage Farms, JBS, Carthage System, Jiahe Agricultural, AMVC Management Services, Costa Food Group, Agrosuper, Tecon, Olymel, HyLife Ltd./Charoen, Betagro, Rusagro, Frimesa Cooperativa Central, Country View Farms/Clemens Food Group, Elephant Agriculture, TRS Group

Reasons to buy this report:

  • Take advantage of the latest data
  • Find deeper insights into current market developments
  • Discover vital success factors affecting the market

This report is designed for manufacturers, distributors, importers, and wholesalers, as well as for investors, consultants and advisors.

In this report, you can find information that helps you to make informed decisions on the following issues:

  1. How to diversify your business and benefit from new market opportunities
  2. How to load your idle production capacity
  3. How to boost your sales on overseas markets
  4. How to increase your profit margins
  5. How to make your supply chain more sustainable
  6. How to reduce your production and supply chain costs
  7. How to outsource production to other countries
  8. How to prepare your business for global expansion

While doing this research, we combine the accumulated expertise of our analysts and the capabilities of artificial intelligence. The AI-based platform, developed by our data scientists, constitutes the key working tool for business analysts, empowering them to discover deep insights and ideas from the marketing data.

  1. 1. INTRODUCTION

    Making Data-Driven Decisions to Grow Your Business

    1. REPORT DESCRIPTION
    2. RESEARCH METHODOLOGY AND AI PLATFORM
    3. DATA-DRIVEN DECISIONS FOR YOUR BUSINESS
    4. GLOSSARY AND SPECIFIC TERMS

  2. 2. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

    A Quick Overview of Market Performance

    1. KEY FINDINGS
    2. MARKET TRENDS This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  3. 3. MARKET OVERVIEW

    Understanding the Current State of The Market and Its Prospects

    1. MARKET SIZE
    2. CONSUMPTION BY COUNTRY
    3. MARKET FORECAST TO 2030

  4. 4. MOST PROMISING PRODUCT

    Finding New Products to Diversify Your Business

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP PRODUCTS TO DIVERSIFY YOUR BUSINESS
    2. BEST-SELLING PRODUCTS
    3. MOST CONSUMED PRODUCT
    4. MOST TRADED PRODUCT
    5. MOST PROFITABLE PRODUCT FOR EXPORT

  5. 5. MOST PROMISING SUPPLYING COUNTRIES

    Choosing the Best Countries to Establish Your Sustainable Supply Chain

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP COUNTRIES TO SOURCE YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP PRODUCING COUNTRIES
    3. COUNTRIES WITH TOP YIELDS
    4. TOP EXPORTING COUNTRIES
    5. LOW-COST EXPORTING COUNTRIES

  6. 6. MOST PROMISING OVERSEAS MARKETS

    Choosing the Best Countries to Boost Your Exports

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    1. TOP OVERSEAS MARKETS FOR EXPORTING YOUR PRODUCT
    2. TOP CONSUMING MARKETS
    3. UNSATURATED MARKETS
    4. TOP IMPORTING MARKETS
    5. MOST PROFITABLE MARKETS

  7. 7. GLOBAL PRODUCTION

    The Latest Trends and Insights into The Industry

    1. PRODUCTION VOLUME AND VALUE
    2. PRODUCTION BY COUNTRY
    3. PRODUCING ANIMALS AND YIELD BY COUNTRY

  8. 8. GLOBAL IMPORTS

    The Largest Importers on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. IMPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. IMPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. IMPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  9. 9. GLOBAL EXPORTS

    The Largest Exporters on The Market and How They Succeed

    1. EXPORTS FROM 2012–2024
    2. EXPORTS BY COUNTRY
    3. EXPORT PRICES BY COUNTRY

  10. 10. PROFILES OF MAJOR PRODUCERS

    The Largest Producers on The Market and Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO

  11. 11. COUNTRY PROFILES

    The Largest Markets And Their Profiles

    This Chapter is Available Only for the Professional Edition PRO
    • United States
    • China
    • Japan
    • Germany
    • United Kingdom
    • France
    • Brazil
    • Italy
    • Russian Federation
    • India
    • Canada
    • Australia
    • Republic of Korea
    • Spain
    • Mexico
    • Indonesia
    • Netherlands
    • Turkey
    • Saudi Arabia
    • Switzerland
    • Sweden
    • Nigeria
    • Poland
    • Belgium
    • Argentina
    • Norway
    • Austria
    • Thailand
    • United Arab Emirates
    • Colombia
    • Denmark
    • South Africa
    • Malaysia
    • Israel
    • Singapore
    • Egypt
    • Philippines
    • Finland
    • Chile
    • Ireland
    • Pakistan
    • Greece
    • Portugal
    • Kazakhstan
    • Algeria
    • Czech Republic
    • Qatar
    • Peru
    • Romania
    • Vietnam

  12. LIST OF TABLES

    1. Key Findings In 2024
    2. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    3. Market Value, 2012–2024
    4. Per Capita Consumption, By Country, 2018–2024
    5. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    6. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    7. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    8. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    9. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    10. Import Prices, By Country Of Destination, 2012–2024
    11. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    12. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    13. Export Prices, By Country Of Origin, 2012–2024

  13. LIST OF FIGURES

    1. Market Volume, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    2. Market Value, 2012–2024
    3. Consumption, By Country, 2024
    4. Market Volume Forecast to 2030
    5. Market Value Forecast to 2030
    6. Products: Market Size And Growth, By Type
    7. Products: Average Per Capita Consumption, By Type
    8. Products: Exports And Growth, By Type
    9. Products: Export Prices And Growth, By Type
    10. Production Volume And Growth
    11. Yield And Growth
    12. Exports And Growth
    13. Export Prices And Growth
    14. Market Size And Growth
    15. Per Capita Consumption
    16. Imports And Growth
    17. Import Prices
    18. Production, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    19. Production, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    20. Producing Animals, 2012–2024
    21. Yield, 2012–2024
    22. Production, By Country, 2024
    23. Production, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    24. Producing Animals, By Country, 2024
    25. Producing Animals, By Country, 2012-2024
    26. Yield, By Country, 2012-2024
    27. Imports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    28. Imports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    29. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    30. Imports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    31. Imports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    32. Import Prices, By Country, 2012–2024
    33. Exports, In Physical Terms, 2012–2024
    34. Exports, In Value Terms, 2012–2024
    35. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2024
    36. Exports, In Physical Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    37. Exports, In Value Terms, By Country, 2012–2024
    38. Export Prices, 2012–2024

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