The price difference between male and female pigs ready for slaughter in the Paulista market reached a record high at the start of the year, with a advantage for male pigs, according to Cepea data. This situation is due to the support of male pig prices and the fall in female pig prices. The demand for male pigs is fueled by strong international demand, particularly from China, while female pigs are primarily targeted at the Brazilian market, which is currently experiencing reduced demand due to the weak purchasing power of many people.