In 2022, Russia saw a record high in meat consumption, reaching 79 kg per capita, with an increase of 2.3% compared to the previous year. This surge was primarily driven by a significant rise in pork and poultry meat consumption, while beef and lamb consumption decreased. The growing popularity of pork is largely due to its affordability, as wholesale prices for pig products fell by 5-7% and retail prices remained stable. This shift towards pork consumption is part of a larger trend, with pork production in Russia increasing to 5.8 million tons in 2022, marking a 5% increase from the previous year. Furthermore, the National Union of Pig Producers anticipates further decreases in pork prices due to reduced production costs and a stronger ruble. The Ministry of Agriculture is also working to increase pork exports and find new markets to offset the oversupply in the domestic market.