Forecast: Global pork prices to rise in the second half of 2026.

The number of animals in the pig farming sector is likely to decrease in 2026 as the industry works to restore balance between supply and demand, analysts from RaboResearch report. The study shows that China is following a policy of reducing the number of sows by 1 million head, reaching 39 million head, to resolve the oversupply problem. €63 million: Pig farmers in Spain are suffering heavy losses due to ASF In the USA, the recovery of the sow population remains slow due to biosecurity issues. The third player in the global market, the EU, is facing growing pressure on the pig farming sector due to outbreaks of African swine fever (ASF) in Spain and China's anti-dumping duties. "We expect the abundant supply to keep prices low in the first half of the year, while supply restrictions in the second half will help restore prices. Globally, improving productivity remains a key priority as producers face ongoing challenges," the experts explain. FAO: Food price increases in 2025 ...