The number of beef cows in Bulgaria is expected to fall to 129 thousand

Published 2022년 6월 13일

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The article reports on the dynamics of the agricultural sector in Bulgaria, focusing on the production and pricing of beef, pork, and chicken. It highlights a decrease in the number of beef cows and an increase in the production of beef and veal. Pork production has seen a significant rise, reaching 83.1 thousand tons in 2021, with a projected strong production in 2022 despite pressure on producers' margins. Chicken meat production also increased by 2.7% in 2021, amounting to 106.8 thousand tons. The article also mentions the impact of rising costs on the pricing of these meats, with pork prices expected to average BGN 3.9/kg in 2022, and chicken meat prices remaining high due to increased resource costs and supply issues.

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Rising costs for beef and veal production will lead to some contraction. The number of beef cows at the end of 2022 is expected to fall to 129 thousand, according to the Center for Agricultural Economic Research (CAPA). Vote: Will Kovid's help give you a breath of fresh air? According to official statistics, as of November 31, 2021, the population is growing to 166.5 thousand. For comparison, in 2020 it is estimated at 139.7 thousand, and in 2019 - at 116.2 thousand. In one year: The production of beef and veal increased by 1.5 thousand tons, due to the greater number of slaughtered animals. According to the final data of the Ministry of Agriculture, the amount of beef and veal produced in the country in 2021 amounted to 18.2 thousand tons. The main part of the production - 11.1 thousand tons (61%), continues to be produced on farms, and industrial production is 7.1 thousand tons (39%). Following the apparent retention of wholesale pork prices in the first quarter of 2022 at the ...

Source: Agri