In 2024, Brazil’s pork production reached 5.305 million tonnes—an increase of 3% compared to 2023. This growth was driven by rising domestic demand and consistent export performance. Brazil maintained its position as the fourth-largest pork producer globally and the top exporter free of African swine fever (ASF).
Domestic consumption has been a key driver of growth. Last year, per capita pork consumption reached 18 kg per year, signaling a steady rise in the product's popularity among Brazilians. The diversification of pork cuts and the expansion of sales channels have made pork more accessible to a wider range of consumers.
On the international front, Brazilian exporters shipped 1.35 million tonnes of pork in 2024, generating nearly USD 3 billion in revenue. The pork was exported to more than 100 countries, with key destinations including China, Hong Kong, the Philippines, Chile, and Singapore. In 2025, Brazil is expected to further strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia and Latin America.
“The success of Brazilian pig farming is the result of the hard work of our farmers. With professionalism, efficiency, and a sustainable production model, they supply the domestic market with meat, create rural jobs, and enhance Brazil’s competitiveness in the global food market,” emphasized ABPA President Ricardo Santin.
To mark the occasion, ABPA congratulated all pig farmers on their professional holiday and reaffirmed its commitment to the continued development of the sector, with a focus on market expansion, productivity, and biosecurity.
PigUA.info, based on euromeatnews.com