China's pig industry is showing signs of recovery after a period of losses due to low average pig prices, with sow numbers starting to rise in the latter half of 2024. This recovery is driven by increased piglet and live pig prices, which have surpassed the breakeven point, encouraging producers to expand. Despite financial constraints, larger producers are expected to increase pig production, while smaller producers may be more limited due to financial losses. The average annual sow inventory in the latter half of 2024 and the first half of 2025 is projected to be higher than the previous year, leading to an increase in the value of hog production in 2025. China continues its efforts to stabilize hog production by monitoring sow inventory.