
Seventeen of 18 A-share Chinese hog producers reported losses for January to September 2026, totaling about RMB25 billion. Several producers are cutting sow numbers as live pig prices have slipped below RMB10/kg.
Sow herd reductions point to tighter future pork supply, which could eventually support hog prices and feed demand, but near-term losses reflect weak prices reducing feed purchasing capacity. The net effect on feed ingredients is modestly supportive over the coming months.
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