Italy and Slovakia report their first domestic pig cases of 2026, while the number of infected wild boar in the region exceeds 4,000.

The goal is to maintain access to a key pork export market following disease outbreaks.

Brazilian company JBS, the world’s largest meat producer, reported a 56% decline in net profit in the first quarter of 2026, driven by ongoing difficulties in its North American operations.

Producers warn of declining investment and reduced production amid unpaid reimbursements.

Representatives of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders and the commercial pig farm visited Tokyo in late February to learn about the digital technologies developed by Eco-Pork Ltd. The trip was as part of implementation of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) “ Green industrial recovery project for Ukraine through technology transfer from and co-creation of new businesses with Japan's private industries”, financed by the Government of Japan. Yuriy Besarab, Commercial Director of Zhovkivsky PPR LLC, who joined the tour, shared his impressions on the project and Japanese technological solutions.

The industry is seeking structural solutions to oversupply, though not all producers support the initiative.

The Philippines and Japan are rapidly increasing imports, reshaping export geography.

Global wheat and corn production is expected to decline, while Ukraine may increase exports.

Restrictions have affected by-products, while shipments of muscle cuts continue unchanged.

In late February, key stakeholders from the Ukrainian swine industry visited Tokyo to strengthen technological partnerships with Japanese digital developers. The mission was organized within the framework of the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) the “Green industrial recovery project for Ukraine through technology transfer from and co-creation of new businesses with Japan's private industries,” implemented by Eco-Pork LLC in collaboration with the Association of Pig Breeders of Ukraine (AUPB). The project is funded by the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry of Japan (METI).

On May 5–7, a series of practical training sessions on the responsible use of antibiotics in animal husbandry took place in Poltava within the framework of the international EpiC project, with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders.

The reduction of the pig price to €1.60/kg at the start of the barbecue season has triggered a strong reaction from producers.

Rising energy and packaging costs are putting pressure on margins despite steady demand for meat products.

The international SULAWE project (Sustainable Livestock Production and Animal Welfare), implemented with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders, has summarized three years of work in Ukraine. The initiative aimed to develop sustainable livestock production, improve animal welfare standards, and integrate European approaches into the national education system and industry practices.

The virus has been found in a wild boar outside the main restricted zone, prompting authorities to intensify monitoring and search efforts.

On May 5–6, a series of practical trainings on the responsible use of antibiotics in livestock production took place in Poltava as part of the international EpiC project, with the participation of the Association of Ukrainian Pig Breeders. The focus was on practical solutions for working under new veterinary regulations.

Disease outbreaks are reducing sow numbers, increasing costs, and intensifying pressure on producers’ profitability.

Despite a balance between supply and demand, finishing margins are declining, while exports gain new opportunities following the reopening of the Philippine market.

Despite maintaining its position as a leading market, shipments of US products to China are decreasing.