农业农村部：生猪产能偏高 引导调减百万头能繁母猪

Core Insights - China's pork production and consumption account for approximately 60% of the total meat market, indicating the significance of the pork industry in the country's agricultural sector [1] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has announced a comprehensive adjustment of pig production capacity, aiming to reduce the breeding sow population by about 1 million to prevent extreme fluctuations in production and prices [1] Production and Inventory - As of the end of June, the national pig inventory stood at 424 million heads, reflecting a 2.2% increase [1] - The breeding sow inventory reached 40.43 million heads, which is 103.7% of the normal retention level, nearing the upper limit of reasonable production capacity [1] - The inventory of pigs over five months old and the number of newborn piglets in the first half of the year are at historical highs, suggesting a significant increase in pig slaughter in the second half of the year and after the Spring Festival next year [1] Market Outlook - Expert Zhu Zengyong from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs warns that without timely adjustments, there could be a risk of losses in pig farming, especially after the Spring Festival next year, due to potential oversupply during peak consumption seasons [1]