In Ukraine, the supply of live pigs is limited, which has affected prices

At the end of May, Ukraine is experiencing stabilization and consolidation of prices in the market for slaughter-condition live pigs. This was reported by the Association "Pig Farmers of Ukraine". The price corridor remained within 92–93 UAH/kg, as in the previous week. At the same time, the weighted average price slightly decreased by 0.6%, to 92.7 UAH/kg. The main reason is the correction of maximum price offers. Representatives of the meat processing industry also confirm the relative stability of pork selling prices. In recent weeks, trade has remained sluggish, and demand for pork actually matches the supply. This balance allows analysts to expect the preservation of current prices at the beginning of summer. At the same time, procurement agents note that the volumes of live pigs in the market remain limited. This forces them to purchase animals from larger territories, not limiting themselves to neighboring regions. In their opinion, improved weather conditions could become ...