
Three major Chinese hog producers collectively sold 10.45 million pigs in October, with each reporting year-on-year volume declines and sharper revenue drops as average prices fell below 10 yuan per kilogram. Weak consumer demand and plentiful market-ready hogs contributed to the price decline; analysts said sustained losses could force cash-strapped producers to cut production.
Potential involuntary herd reductions could tighten hog supply over time and support prices, but abundant current supply and weak pork demand remain a near-term bearish combination.
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