The U.S. pork industry has entered 2026 with encouraging export performance, reflecting resilient global demand and favorable market conditions.

The pork sector is undergoing a significant transformation as data analysis and digital technologies become increasingly central to daily operations and strategic decision-making.

China strengthened its position as the world’s largest pork producer in 2025, reaching a new production record while further reducing its reliance on imports.

The United Kingdom has outlined a new strategic direction for pig welfare, reinforcing its commitment to higher animal welfare standards across the livestock sector.

The Spanish white-layer pork sector closed 2025 after navigating one of the most demanding environments of recent years.

The 2026 projections point to a global pork market characterized by stability rather than expansion, with trade flows adjusting to regional production dynamics, consumption patterns, and competitive positioning.

The latest cost indicators for the UK pork sector reveal a mild but meaningful decline in production expenses during the third quarter of 2025.

Classical Swine Fever (CSF) is one of the most contagious and economically damaging diseases affecting pigs worldwide.

To address this, the European Commission has unveiled a new “Strategy for Generational Renewal in Agriculture”, designed to make farming more accessible, profitable, and appealing to younger Europeans.

Supplementing the diet of pregnant sows with L-malic acid during late gestation can enhance metabolic balance and muscle development in their piglets.

China’s pork industry is expected to maintain steady production in 2026, alongside a continued decline in pork imports.

U.S. will officially apply a 50% tariff on select Brazilian goods, including beef, coffee, and fruit—marking a major shift in one of Latin America's most significant trade relationships.

Ongoing tensions between Canada and the United States are being intensified by Canada's firm stance on its supply management system—an issue that could become a major stumbling block in future trade discussions.

Europe is experiencing a resurgence in African Swine Fever (ASF) cases, directly impacting pork production and raising the alert level in the agri-food trade. Poland has confirmed its first commercial case of the year in the province of Pomerania, just 50 kilometers from Gdansk, one of the country’s major port cities.