Germany: Significant decrease in pig census in Baden-Württemberg

Published Dec 20, 2022

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The Baden-Württemberg State Statistics Office has reported a significant decline in the pig census in the state, with the herd reducing by 161,700 head compared to the same period last year. The number of pig farms has also decreased by 12%, and there has been a notable reduction in the number of breeding sows and finishing pigs. Large farms with 250 or more breeding sows saw an above-average rate of herd reduction. Additionally, there is a low number of gilts on farms, and there has been a decrease in the number of piglets and young pigs.

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According to preliminary data from the Baden-Württemberg State Statistics Office, as of November 3, 2022, the pig census was at just over 1.3 million head. In absolute terms, the herd was down by some 161,700 head compared to the same month of the previous year. There has also been a significant decrease in the number of pig farms in the state, with only 1,600 (-12%). Decreases have been recorded in both breeding sows and finishing pigs. As of November 3, 2022, the breeding sow census was at just 102,800 head, down 17,900 (-15%) from the previous year. In particular, large farms with 250 or more breeding sows reduced their herd at an above-average rate (-13,600 animals; -23%). Also noteworthy is the low number of gilts on farms. The number of finishing pigs decreased by 91,000 head (-15%) compared ...

Source: Pig 333