United Kingdom: The smallest pig herd in a decade drives the increase in pork imports

Published 2023년 11월 8일

Tridge summary

UK pork imports in August 2023 increased by 230 tonnes compared to the previous month and by 4,700 tonnes compared to August 2022. After a decline in the first four months of 2023, imports have been growing annually since May. The English pig herd is currently at its lowest level in over a decade, resulting in increased imports of fresh and frozen pork and bacon, while imports of sausages and processed pork have been decreasing.
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Total UK pork imports in August were recorded at 65,600 tonnes, representing an increase of 230 tonnes compared to the previous month. Compared to August 2022, volumes grew by 4700 t. After declining during the first four months of 2023, imports have registered annual growth since May. UK pork production continues to be heavily influenced by market conditions over the past two years as domestic supply remains tight. The English pig herd is currently at its lowest level in more than a decade. Imports of fresh and frozen products and bacon have increased, but imports of sausages and processed pork have been decreasing from month to month and year to year. Total imports of fresh and frozen pork saw the largest volume ...
Source: 3tres3

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