US pork exports are still strong
China may not import so much US pork but 2021 still promises to be another good year for American pig meat exporters. US pig meat and offal exports have seen strong performance across January to October, with volumes traded even a little higher than last year’s record levels, totalling 2.58 million tonnes.
This volume was achieved despite a 23% fall in exports to the former primary market, China, with these volumes totaling 618,000 tonnes. This decline was primarily offset by a 30% increase in shipments to Mexico, which totaled 761,000 tonnes. The smaller markets of Colombia and the Philippines also recorded strong growth. "USMEF has always prioritized market diversification, and this is more critical than ever now that the red meat industry faces unprecedented transportation challenges and rising input costs," said President and CEO, Dan Halstrom.
Pork exports totaled 226,206 tonnes in October, down 7% from a year ago, while export value slipped 3.5% to $618.8 million. Pork exports to Mexico continued to strengthen in October as shipments reached a new monthly high of 83,929 tonnes, up 38% from a year ago, while value increased 37% to $143.8 million. Through October, exports to Mexico increased 28% to 707,157 tonnes, valued at $1.38 billion (up 55%). Exports are also ahead of the record pace established in 2017 when full-year shipments to Mexico exceeded 800,000 tonnes and topped $1.5 billion in value.
The latest USDA forecasts for US pork exports (not including offal) anticipate a 1% decline in export volumes this year, although a 3% recovery is expected for 2022.
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