Key Global Market Trends
According to AMI, global pork consumption will remain nearly unchanged, though trends vary by region. China, the world’s largest pork consumer, is expected to see a slight decline of 0.1%, bringing total consumption to 58.2 million tons.
The European Union, the second-largest consumer, is forecast to experience a 0.7% decrease, with total consumption at 18.2 million tons. Experts attribute this decline to changing consumer preferences — increasing demand for organic and ethically produced pork, as well as rising awareness of animal welfare and environmental sustainability.
Growth in the USA, russia, Vietnam, and Mexico
In contrast to the EU and China, pork consumption is expected to grow in the United States, russia, Vietnam, and Mexico:
- In the USA, demand is forecast to rise by 1.7%, reaching 10.1 million tons.
- In russia, consumption will increase to 4.1 million tons (+1.1%).
- In Vietnam, pork demand will rise by 2.8%, while in Mexico — by 2.7%.
These markets are expected to offset the decline in Asia and Europe, maintaining global consumption at a steady level.
Per Capita Consumption
Global pork consumption per capita reached 15.3 kg in 2024 and is forecast to increase slightly — by about 100 grams — to 15.4 kg in 2025.
PigUA.info based on materials from Euromeatnews.com