An unexpectedly big leap from the Russians, they did what no one expected.

War and sanctions notwithstanding, Russian pig farming has made a huge leap in half a decade. The Russian-Ukrainian war that broke out in February 2022 is dragging on much longer than expected, and its effects are now being felt across the global economy. Western sanctions are hitting Russia hard, although the country is trying to become self-sufficient in several areas and find new markets to replace the ones it has lost. Pig farming is among the winners of this process. According to a recent analysis, Russia has managed to revolutionize the sector, leading to a significant expansion in exports. In the first 10 months of the year, exports increased by 25 percent compared to 2024. The Russian Pig Breeders' Association now expects to cross the 400,000-ton threshold, with trade volume potentially reaching around $1 billion. Russia is one of the world's five largest pork exporters, and maintaining this position is vital for the proper functioning of the economy. Due to the war and ...