Stop the ride
The speed at which events have unfolded makes one want to get off this rollercoaster ride of a year, but the world doesn’t stop.
Economy
German pig market in February showing a cautious upward trend
The market is gradually working its way out of a phase of tension.
The spread of ASF and reasonable hope for the Spanish pig market
There is no doubt that ASF weighs heavily on pig prices. Prices will probably rise until they reach (and possibly exceed) the cost price, but we should not expect any major joys in 2026.
Survey on pig prices in 2025: Expectations far from reality
Prices were expected to be significantly better than what ultimately materialized in the hog markets.
Spanish pork exports in 2025
According to CEXGAN data, Spanish exports of pork and pork products to third countries increased by 2.6% last year.
Italy centralizes pig price benchmarking
All five National Single Commissions move to Mantua.
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Markets-Economics
Article
Harsh setback at the start of the year for the German pig market
The speed and magnitude of the price drop at the beginning of January marked a discouraging start to the year for farms.
Pig production data
Figures and trends in pig and pork production by country: pig and sow numbers, pork production and pork trade. The results are shown in several chart formats according to the countries and time periods chosen. Full reports by country are also available.
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EU: Provisional agreement to give farmers a stronger negotiating position in the food supply chain
DLG Markets expands its leadership team and strengthens strategic development
Portugal: Pig slaughter increased 3.8% in 2025
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