Pork & Pork Products
U.S. Pork & Pork Products Exports in 2024
Total Export Value
$8.64 Billion
Total Volume (Millions)
3.03 Metric Tons
3-Year Average
$8.17 Billion
Compound Average Growth
4.5% (2015-2024)
| Market | Total Value (USD) |
|---|---|
| Mexico | $2.58 Billion |
| Japan | $1.38 Billion |
| China | $1.11 Billion |
| Canada | $863.32 Million |
| South Korea | $727.93 Million |
| Colombia | $358.95 Million |
| Australia | $327.77 Million |
| Dominican Republic | $277.02 Million |
| Honduras | $147.25 Million |
| Philippines | $120.18 Million |
Data and Analysis
The Canadian cattle herd is forecast to enter the consolidation phase in 2026. Heifer retention practices in 2025 and a slight increase to the breeding herd to begin 2026 will support a slightly larger calf crop.
FAS Manila forecasts pork production in 2026 at 980 thousand metric tons (TMT) carcass weight equivalent (CWE), a rebound from the estimated production in 2025.
Venezuela’s total per capita meat consumption in 2025 is projected to reach 45 kilograms, marking a 153 percent increase from its 2018 record low. FAS Caracas (Post) estimates Venezuela’s beef production for 2025 at 267,000 metric tons (MT), reflecting a 13 percent year-on-year decline.
News and Features
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural Service is now accepting applications for its agribusiness trade mission to Hong Kong, scheduled for May 12-16, 2025. Current and potential U.S. exporters interested in participating must apply by Jan. 30, 2025.
Secretary Vilsack announced today that USDA is allocating $300 million to 66 U.S. organizations to build demand for American food and farm exports in high-potential markets around the globe.
May is World Trade Month, and USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service is marking the occasion by sharing some of the most recent facts and figures about U.S. agricultural trade.
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