生猪养殖连续14个月盈利，农业农村部回应猪价下行压力

Core Viewpoint - The Chinese pig farming industry is experiencing a reduction in pig inventory, which is expected to stabilize pig prices and improve farming profitability in the coming months [1][2]. Group 1: Pig Farming Industry - In June, the inventory of pigs aged five months and older decreased by 0.8% compared to the previous month, indicating a reduction in pig output for July and August [1]. - The average price of pigs from January to June was 15.50 yuan per kilogram, reflecting a year-on-year decline of 0.8% due to high output and seasonal consumption patterns [2]. - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs plans to stabilize pig production by adjusting capacity, enhancing market warning signals, and controlling the output rhythm [2]. Group 2: Beef and Dairy Farming Industry - The beef and dairy farming sectors have faced significant losses, prompting the Ministry of Agriculture to implement various relief policies to support farmers [5]. - Beef farming has shown signs of recovery, with prices rebounding after a low point post-Spring Festival, and profitability has been maintained for three consecutive months [5]. - Dairy farming is also improving, with a 4.2% year-on-year decrease in Holstein cow inventory and a 7.7% reduction in milk production costs [5]. - The Ministry aims to enhance the competitiveness of the beef and dairy sectors by extending the industrial chain and increasing added value [5][6].