山东沂源：受节日影响，生猪价格持续上涨

Core Viewpoint - The price of live pigs in Yiyuan County, Shandong Province, has been steadily increasing for over a month, with a notable rise attributed to seasonal demand and the upcoming Spring Festival [1] Price Trends - As of January 28, the monitored price of live pigs reached 6.8 yuan per jin, reflecting an increase of approximately 4.6% compared to the same period last month [1] - Since April 2025, live pig prices had been at a low level around 15.00 yuan per kilogram, even dropping to 14.00 yuan per kilogram [1] - Prices fell below 7 yuan in late August and dropped below 6 yuan after the National Day, but began to rebound from late December, rising from around 6 yuan per jin to 6.5 yuan per jin in early January, fluctuating between 6.5 and 7.1 yuan per jin over the following four weeks [1] Factors Influencing Price Increase - The increase in live pig prices is primarily driven by seasonal factors and the upcoming Spring Festival [1] - The cold winter temperatures allow for longer natural storage of meat, leading to increased demand during this peak sales season, which in turn drives up prices [1] - The Spring Festival, being the most significant traditional holiday, leads to a surge in demand for pork as families prepare for gatherings and celebrations, further contributing to the price increase [1]