Global pork demand remains steady in 2025
Worldwide pork consumption expected to rise marginally by 0.2 percent to 125 million tons
WORLD – Global demand for pork is projected to hold steady in 2025, with only a marginal increase in consumption expected compared to the previous year.
According to new data from the Agricultural Market Information Company (AMI), worldwide pork consumption is forecast to grow by just 0.2 percent to reach about 125 million tons.
This minimal rise indicates that global pork demand will remain largely unchanged over the next year.
China, the world’s biggest pork consumer, is expected to record a minor decrease in consumption.
Projections show a 0.1 percent decline, bringing total demand to around 58.2 million tons.
The European Union, the second-largest pork market, is also forecast to experience a contraction.
Consumption across EU member states is expected to fall by 0.7 percent to 18.2 million tons in 2025.
Industry analysts attribute this drop to a growing preference for pork produced under organic and animal welfare standards.
Growth in other major markets
While consumption weakens in China and Europe, several other major pork markets are expected to see moderate growth.
In the United States, pork demand is projected to climb by 1.7 percent, reaching 10.1 million tons in 2025.
The increase follows stable domestic production levels and continued consumer interest in pork as a key protein source.
Russia is also expected to record a slight rise, with total consumption forecast to hit 4.1 million tons next year, representing a 1.1 percent gain compared to 2024.
Vietnam and Mexico are showing the strongest growth among emerging pork markets. In Vietnam, demand is anticipated to increase by 2.8 percent, while Mexico could see a 2.7 percent rise in consumption over the same period.
Per capita intake sees minimal rise
Globally, per capita pork consumption stood at 15.3 kilograms in 2024. Analysts predict a marginal increase of about 100 grams per person in 2025, bringing the global average to roughly 15.4 kilograms.
Overall, despite regional differences, the global pork market is expected to remain largely stable.
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