The first half of 2021 saw a rise in pork production in key EU countries, with China's exit from the German pork market being the only exception. There was a overall growth of 4.1% in the EU's pork production, totaling 466,000 tons. However, the sector is projected to slow down its growth due to increased feed costs, with an expected annual growth of 1.7% in 2021 and 0.6% in 2022. Despite stable pork prices in China due to excess supply, EU pork exports to China, as well as to other countries like the Philippines, Vietnam, and Hong Kong, have experienced growth in the first half of 2021. The EU pork export volume increased by 121,000 tons compared to the previous year, with a projected growth of 6% in 2021 and 7% in 2022.