Pig Farming Market Report 2026

The pig farming market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $223.37 billion in 2025 to $235.9 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.6%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to rising pork consumption globally, traditional breeding methods, dependence on grain-based feed, expansion of commercial pig farms, increasing focus on animal husbandry practices.

The pig farming market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $291.81 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to adoption of precision livestock farming, rising demand for antibiotic-free pork, growing investment in farm automation, expansion of sustainable farming systems, increasing focus on genetic enhancement technologies. Major trends in the forecast period include genetic improvement programs for enhanced pork quality, advanced biosecurity and disease prevention practices, shift toward welfare-focused pig housing systems, growing demand for premium and specialty pig breeds, increased adoption of efficient feed utilization strategies.

The increasing demand for meat consumption is expected to drive the growth of the pig farming market. Several factors contribute to the rising demand for meat, including economic growth, cultural and social influences, health and fitness trends, and the westernization of diets. The growing demand for pork presents significant opportunities for pig farmers, boosting profitability and encouraging investments in farming infrastructure. These investments lead to improved breeding techniques and more efficient production practices. For example, in March 2023, the Australian Bureau of Statistics, a government agency, reported that pig meat production increased by 5.9% in the March 2023 quarter, reaching 117,512 tonnes, up from 111,000 tonnes in December 2022. As a result, the increasing consumption of meat is driving the expansion of the pig farming market.

Leading companies in the pig farming sector are prioritizing advancements in pig feed products to support sustainability, enhance profitability, and improve animal welfare. Pig feed consists of specially formulated, nutrient-rich feeds tailored to meet the specific growth stages and health requirements of pigs. These feeds are designed to maximize feed efficiency, strengthen immunity, improve reproductive outcomes, and promote overall pig health. For instance, in January 2025, Godrej Agrovet Limited, an India-based agribusiness company, introduced the Godrej Pride Hog feed. This scientifically developed feed includes three variants starter, grower, and finisher designed to optimize nutrition throughout a pig’s lifecycle. The initiative is particularly impactful in India’s North East region, where pig farming is vital for many farmers' livelihoods and has been affected by African Swine Fever (ASF) since its emergence in 2020.

In November 2024, RusAgro Group, a Russia-based vertically integrated agricultural holding company, acquired LLC GK Agro-Belogorie for an undisclosed amount. This strategic acquisition aims to strengthen RusAgro’s presence in the pork production market while improving operational efficiencies and navigating economic uncertainties. LLC GK Agro-Belogorie is a Russia-based agricultural company specializing in pig farming.

Major companies operating in the pig farming market are COFCO Meat Holdings Limited, New Hope Liuhe Co. Ltd., Charoen Pokphand Foods Public Company Limited, Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group Co. Ltd., Seaboard Foods, Cranswick plc, Clemens Food Group, Lowa Select Farms, Schwartz Farms Inc., Rusagro Group, Christensen Farms, Danish Crown, JBS Live Pork, The Hanor Company, DEKON GROUP, Livingston Enterprises Inc., DLG Farms Private Limited, Shuangbaotai Group, Tosh Pork.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on livestock feed, pig farming equipment, and pork exports have influenced production costs and trade flows within the pig farming market, particularly affecting feed-intensive regions such as Asia-Pacific and Europe. Higher tariffs raise operational expenses for commercial farms and distort export competitiveness, impacting segments like commercial breeds and farrow-to-finish operations. However, tariffs can also stimulate domestic pork production and strengthen local supply chains by reducing reliance on imported pork products.

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Pig farming involves breeding and raising pigs for pork production, serving as a major protein source globally. It is practiced through various systems, including free-range, indoor, and intensive farming, often incorporating breeding programs to enhance genetic traits and meat quality.

The main types of pig farming are farrow-to-finish farms and farrow-to-nursery farms. Farrow-to-finish farms cover the entire pig-rearing process, from breeding and gestation to farrowing, nursing, and growing pigs to market size. This farming includes different pig breeds, such as commercial and heritage breeds, with age groups such as weaners, sows, boars, and growers. Housing systems vary between indoor and outdoor setups, depending on farm management practices.Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the pig farming market in 2025. The regions covered in the pig farming market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa. The countries covered in the pig farming market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Taiwan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

The pig farming market consists of revenues earned by entities by providing services such as breeding services, animal health management, nutrition and feeding services, processing, and value-added services. The market value includes the value of related goods sold by the service provider or included within the service offering. The pig farming market also includes sales of piglets, processed pork products, manure, and lard. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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