东方证券农林牧渔行业周报：生猪行业深亏，提速去产能-20251012

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Positive" investment rating for the agriculture industry [5] Core Viewpoints - The swine industry is experiencing significant losses, prompting a rapid reduction in production capacity, which is expected to enhance long-term performance in the sector [3][8] - The report highlights the importance of quality companies in the swine breeding sector, which continue to show profitability and increasing dividend rates as key drivers for long-term performance and valuation [3] - The report emphasizes the upward trend in grain prices and the favorable fundamentals in planting and seed industries, indicating significant investment opportunities [3] Summary by Sections Swine Industry - The current market for swine is under pressure, with prices for fat pigs nearing 11 yuan/kg and weaned piglet prices dropping below 200 yuan/head, leading to widespread losses in the industry [8][11] - As of August 2025, the number of breeding sows has slightly decreased to 40.38 million heads, with slaughter volumes increasing significantly [8] - The average price of commodity pigs fell to 14.23 yuan/kg in August, a decrease of 4.1% month-on-month and 31% year-on-year, indicating a rapid deterioration in industry profitability [8][49] Poultry Industry - The white feather broiler price has slightly decreased to 6.88 yuan/kg, while chick prices have increased to 3.22 yuan/bird, reflecting a mixed market response [15][22] - The yellow feather chicken price remains strong at 7.09 yuan/jin, supported by seasonal demand [22] Feed Industry - The report notes fluctuations in raw material prices, with corn prices averaging 2304.12 yuan/ton, down 2.70% week-on-week, while wheat and soybean meal prices have seen slight increases [27][49] Investment Recommendations - The report recommends focusing on quality companies in the swine breeding sector, such as Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs, which are expected to benefit from ongoing capacity reductions [3][41] - It also suggests that the recovery in swine inventory will boost demand for feed and animal health products, benefiting companies like Haida Group and Reap Bio [3][41] - In the planting sector, the report identifies investment opportunities in companies like Suqian Agricultural Development and Beidahuang [3][41] - The pet food sector is highlighted as a growth area, with increasing domestic brand recognition and market expansion [3][41]