Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights a strong policy catalyst and a resonating fundamental backdrop, indicating a positive outlook for the pig farming sector as prices are expected to rise from current lows [4][28] - The report suggests that the investment logic for pig farming is improving marginally, driven by both fundamental and policy factors, with a recommendation for specific companies in the sector [5][28] - The report notes that the domestic feed market is benefiting from the post-cycle of poultry and livestock, with strong overseas demand supporting prices [5][28] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The report indicates that the current rhythm of pig shipments is suppressing short-term prices, with the national average price for pigs at 13.67 yuan/kg as of August 8, 2025, down 0.60 yuan/kg week-on-week and down 6.97% year-on-year [12][4] - The average weight of pigs at market as of August 7, 2025, is 127.80 kg, showing a slight decrease week-on-week but an increase year-on-year [12][4] - The utilization rate of breeding facilities is reported at 51.6%, reflecting a decrease both month-on-month and year-on-year [12][4] Weekly Perspective - The investment logic for pig farming is showing signs of improvement, with expectations for prices to rise in the second half of 2025 due to both fundamental and policy support [28] - The report recommends several companies including Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others as key investment opportunities in the pig farming sector [5][28] Market Performance - The agricultural sector outperformed the broader market by 0.4 percentage points during the week of August 4-8, 2025, with the agricultural index rising by 2.52% [33][36] - Specific stocks such as Zhongji Health and Zhenghong Technology saw significant gains, leading the market [41][33] Price Tracking - As of August 8, 2025, the average price for pigs is reported at 13.71 yuan/kg, with a decrease of 0.62 yuan/kg from the previous week [44][45] - The report also tracks prices for other agricultural products, noting fluctuations in chicken and beef prices during the same period [44][45]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The agricultural sector's public fund heavy holdings increased in Q2 2025, benefiting from US-China tariff disturbances and policy catalysts, with total market capitalization rising to 13,208 billion yuan, up 6.80% quarter-on-quarter [13][12] - The investment logic for the pig industry is improving marginally, with expectations for a price increase in H2 2025 driven by both fundamental and policy factors [23][5] - The pet sector is experiencing a rise in domestic brands, supported by consumption upgrades and tariff barriers, with the pet food market expected to exceed 60 billion yuan by 2025 [26][25] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The agricultural sector's public fund heavy holdings increased, with a total market capitalization of 13,208 billion yuan, representing 1.74% of the A-share market [13][12] - The pig price is expected to stabilize and rise due to ongoing capacity adjustments and supply pressures [4][16] Weekly Market Performance (July 21-25) - The agricultural index outperformed the market by 1.95 percentage points, with the agricultural index rising 3.62% [27][29] - Leading stocks included Shen Nong Group (+15.42%), Zhong Ji Health (+11.63%), and Bang Ji Technology (+11.41%) [32][27] Price Tracking (July 21-25) - The average price of live pigs was 14.15 yuan/kg, down 0.12% from the previous week, while the average price of piglets was 31.89 yuan/kg, also down 0.07% [35][38] - The price of soybean meal increased to 2,983 yuan/ton, up 1.86% week-on-week, driven by rising import costs [19][49] Key Recommendations - Recommended stocks in the pig sector include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff, and Juxing Agriculture [5][23] - In the feed sector, recommended stocks include Haida Group and New Hope [5][23] - For the pet sector, recommended stocks include Guibao Pet, Zhongchong Co., and Petty Co. [25][26]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The supply contraction and macroeconomic catalysts are expected to resonate positively, with strong support for pig prices in Q3 2025 [4][5] - The leading pig companies are reporting significant profit increases for Q2 2025, with a notable rise in pig output and a decrease in production costs, indicating a potential for sustained profitability [4][13] - The beef cycle remains supported by rising calf prices and a decrease in cattle inventory, suggesting a favorable outlook for beef prices in the latter half of 2025 and into 2026 [6][29] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - Leading pig companies are expected to report substantial profit growth for H1 2025, with estimates for Muyuan Foods indicating a net profit of 10.2-10.7 billion yuan, a year-on-year increase of 1129.97% to 1190.26% [4][13] - The average cost of production for Muyuan Foods has decreased to below 12.1 yuan/kg, supporting profitability through the cycle [4][13] Market Performance - The agricultural index has risen by 1.09% in the week of July 4-11, 2025, aligning with the overall market performance [39][41] - The pig farming sector is experiencing a supply contraction, which is expected to drive pig prices upward after a period of fluctuation [5][14] Price Tracking - As of July 11, 2025, the average price of pigs is 14.81 yuan/kg, reflecting a decrease of 0.54% from the previous week, while the price of piglets has increased by 1.79% to 31.89 yuan/kg [48][49] - The wholesale price of beef is reported at 69.82 yuan/kg, showing a slight increase of 0.07% [56] Recommendations - The report recommends investment in leading companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuffs, and others in the pig farming sector due to improving investment logic and favorable market conditions [6][35] - In the feed sector, companies like Haida Group and New Hope are recommended due to strong domestic and overseas demand [35]

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Viewpoints - The report highlights that the acceleration of pig weight reduction and the resulting supply contraction will likely support a gradual increase in pig prices in the second half of 2025. The current downward pressure on pig prices is expected to be limited due to a forthcoming supply gap [4][13] - The beef market is anticipated to remain strong through 2025-2026, driven by slow recovery in supply and the price disparity between pork and beef. Global beef prices reached a historical high of 294.07 cents per pound in April 2025, up 8.69% year-on-year [5][23] - The report emphasizes the low valuation of the pig farming sector, presenting a value opportunity for investors. It recommends several companies including Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs [6][29] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The report notes that the acceleration of pig weight reduction has led to a short-term decline in pig prices, with the national average price at 14.07 yuan/kg as of June 6, 2025, down 0.37 yuan/kg week-on-week and 4.38% year-on-year. The supply gap is expected to support prices in the latter half of 2025 [4][13][20] Weekly Market Performance - The agricultural index underperformed the market by 0.22 percentage points, with the agricultural index rising by 0.91% compared to a 1.13% increase in the Shanghai Composite Index. The pet food sector showed the highest gains [6][33] Price Tracking - As of June 6, 2025, the average price of external three-yuan pigs was 14.06 yuan/kg, down 0.41 yuan/kg from the previous week. The average price of piglets was 34.51 yuan/kg, down 0.73 yuan/kg. The profit for self-bred pigs was 33.83 yuan/head, while the profit for purchased piglets was -120.80 yuan/head [7][45][47] Recommendations - The report recommends investments in the pig farming sector due to its low valuation and potential for recovery, highlighting companies such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuffs, and Juxing Agriculture. It also suggests investing in the feed sector, which benefits from strong overseas demand [6][29][32]

Group 1 - The Livestock ETF (159865) has seen a significant increase, with a current fund size of 3.535 billion yuan, ranking first among similar ETFs. It experienced a net inflow of 105 million yuan the previous day and a total net inflow of 1.32 billion yuan over the past three days [1] - Recent developments in the agriculture and livestock sector include the establishment of a large-scale chicken breeding farm in Suixian County, which has achieved an annual output of over 8 million chickens, serving as a model for rural revitalization [1] - The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs has issued an implementation plan for a grain-saving action in the livestock industry, aiming to reduce reliance on corn and soybeans through precise feed formulations and smart feeding equipment, promoting a transition to a more efficient and sustainable industry [1] Group 2 - The Central Document No. 1 continues to emphasize support for the stable development of the livestock industry, focusing on pig production capacity regulation and the integration of breeding and processing, driving the industry's scale and digital upgrade [1] - The Livestock ETF tracks the China Securities Livestock Index (code: 930707), which selects listed companies involved in livestock breeding, feed processing, and veterinary vaccines, reflecting the overall performance of the livestock industry's upstream and downstream listed companies [1] - The index covers the entire livestock industry chain, demonstrating strong industry representation and market influence [1] Group 3 - Recent trends in grain prices show an increase in corn and wheat prices, while soybean meal prices have decreased. In North China, corn prices have reached high levels, with companies adjusting prices flexibly based on market conditions [2] - The continuous rise in grain prices suggests a potential bottoming out of the planting industry chain, with a significant decrease in domestic grain imports in the first quarter, particularly for corn and wheat [2] - The livestock prices remain low, with a stagnation in pig production capacity growth, leading to a slight decrease in the number of breeding sows as of March 2025 [2]

Investment Rating - The overall industry investment rating is "Positive" for planting, livestock, and agricultural product processing sectors, while "Neutral" for forestry and fishery sectors [2]. Core Views - Recent grain price increases indicate a potential bottoming out of the planting industry chain, while livestock prices remain low with potential for high-level capacity adjustments. The importance of domestic agricultural supply is highlighted by tariff countermeasures, suggesting a favorable policy environment for industry development [20][23]. Summary by Sections 1. Livestock Industry Chain - **Pork**: Production capacity growth has stagnated, with the sector's valuation at a historical low, indicating long-term investment opportunities. The average price of pork is 14.82 CNY/kg, down 0.02 CNY from last week. The demand is expected to weaken in the short term, leading to a potential weak fluctuation in pork prices [5][20]. - **Poultry**: Chicken prices are fluctuating, with the average price for white feather broilers at 3.75 CNY/jin, up 0.02 CNY from last week. The industry faces high production levels, but potential price increases may occur due to reduced imports from the U.S. following tariff impositions [9][21]. - **Yellow Chicken**: Prices are expected to rise as supply tightens and consumption recovers, with prices for yellow chicken at 11.2 CNY/kg, up 0.51 CNY from last month [10][23]. - **Animal Health**: The industry shows signs of recovery, with improved performance in Q1. The introduction of domestic vaccines is expected to drive growth in the sector [11][23]. 2. Planting Industry Chain - **Seed Industry**: The focus on food security is leading to improved policies for the seed industry, with expectations for transgenic technology to accelerate. The performance of leading companies is expected to improve as valuations are currently low [12][24]. - **Grain Prices**: Recent increases in grain prices, with corn at 2327 CNY/ton (up 30 CNY) and wheat at 2462 CNY/ton (up 10 CNY), suggest investment opportunities in the sector. The decline in grain imports in Q1 indicates a tightening supply [13][24]. 3. Recommended Companies and Ratings - **Companies with Buy Ratings**: Zhongchong Co., Muyuan Foods, and Suqian Agricultural Development are highlighted as recommended investments [3][52].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Insights - The agriculture industry achieved a revenue of 11,498.20 billion yuan in 2024, a year-on-year decrease of 3.68%, while the net profit attributable to shareholders rose to 466.39 billion yuan, an increase of 806.55% [4][14] - In Q1 2025, the industry reported a revenue of 2,706.77 billion yuan, a year-on-year growth of 6.79%, and a net profit of 133.13 billion yuan, up 795.07% year-on-year [4][14] - The profitability indicators showed improvement, with the gross profit margin at 12.91% in Q1 2025, up 5.74 percentage points year-on-year, and the net profit margin at 5.16%, an increase of 6.18 percentage points year-on-year [4][18] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - The livestock sector saw significant year-on-year profit growth, with poultry farming, livestock farming, feed, and pet food sectors showing net profit increases of 1,109.96%, 389.01%, 230.88%, and 75.67% respectively in 2024 [5][20] - In Q1 2025, the net profit growth rates for feed, poultry farming, livestock farming, aquaculture, animal health, and pet food sectors were 962.42%, 588.35%, 254.62%, 117.28%, and 21.27% respectively [5][20] Weekly Perspective - The swine sector shows low-positioning value, with the recovery of profitability and consumer demand boosting the sector. Recommended stocks include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others [6][24] - The feed sector benefits from the post-cycle of poultry and livestock, with strong overseas demand supporting prices. Recommended stocks include Haida Group and New Hope Liuhe [6][24] - The pet sector is experiencing a rise in domestic brands due to consumption upgrades and tariff barriers, with recommended stocks including Guai Bao Pet, Zhong Chong Co., and Petty Co. [6][26] Market Performance - During the week of April 28 to May 2, the agriculture index underperformed the market by 0.08 percentage points, with the agriculture index down 0.56% [7][27] - The feed sector led the gains among sub-sectors, with individual stocks like Ruip Biotech, New Sai Co., and Daodaoquan leading the market [7][32] Price Tracking - As of May 2, the average price of live pigs was 14.84 yuan/kg, down 0.11 yuan/kg from the previous week, while the average price of white strip meat rose by 0.11 yuan/kg to 19.2 yuan/kg [8][37] - The average price of beef increased to 69.03 yuan/kg, reflecting a 0.74% rise [8][43] - The average price of bass rose to 35.30 yuan/kg, up 3.82% from the previous week [8][48]

Investment Rating - The overall industry rating is positive, with expectations for higher returns compared to the CSI 300 index in the next six months [52]. Core Views - The agricultural product prices have shown a divergence recently, with grain prices continuing to rise while livestock prices have stabilized after an initial increase. The importance of domestic food security has been highlighted by tariff countermeasures, and the policy environment for industry development is expected to continue improving, indicating ongoing investment opportunities in the sector [5][18]. - The livestock industry chain is experiencing stagnation in production capacity growth, with the valuation of the sector at a low point, suggesting long-term investment opportunities. The average price of live pigs is currently 14.95 yuan/kg, reflecting a slight decrease from the previous week [5][19]. - The poultry sector is witnessing fluctuations in chicken prices, with the average price for white feather broilers at 3.73 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week. The industry is advised to monitor the impacts of avian influenza and tariff countermeasures [21][20]. Summary by Sections Livestock Industry Chain - **Pork**: The production capacity growth has stagnated, and the sector's valuation is at a historical low, indicating potential long-term investment value. The average price of live pigs is 14.95 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week [5][19]. - **Poultry**: The average price for white feather broilers is 3.73 yuan/kg, down 0.02 yuan from last week. The industry is advised to monitor the impacts of avian influenza and tariff countermeasures [21][20]. - **Eggs**: The average price for yellow chickens has shown a slight increase, with prices at 10.69 yuan/kg for Lihua yellow chickens, up 0.32 yuan from last month [21]. Planting Industry Chain - **Seed Industry**: The recent announcement of 99 genetically modified corn and soybean varieties pending approval indicates a significant expansion in domestic GM crop varieties, which is expected to enhance agricultural production efficiency [22]. - **Grain Prices**: Recent increases in grain prices, with corn at 2291 yuan/ton and wheat at 2434 yuan/ton, suggest potential investment opportunities in the context of reduced imports and tariff measures against U.S. agricultural products [22][11]. Recommended Companies - The report recommends several companies for investment, including: - Zhongchong Co., Ltd. (Buy) - Muyuan Foods Co., Ltd. (Buy) - Suqian Agricultural Development Co., Ltd. (Buy) [3].

Group 1 - Agricultural stocks are performing well, with the seed industry concept leading the gains, as the sector index surged over 13% shortly after opening [4][5] - All stocks within the agricultural sector experienced significant increases, with Qiu Le Seed Industry hitting a 30% limit up and Shen Nong Seed Industry reaching a 20% limit up [5] - The Supreme People's Court has released typical cases for the judicial protection of seed industry intellectual property rights, enhancing protection and providing clearer guidelines for industry participants [7] Group 2 - The chicken concept stocks rebounded, with the sector index rising over 3%, and Xiao Ming Co. hitting a 20% limit up, marking a three-year high [8] - The price of white feather chicken has rebounded by approximately 40% compared to extreme low prices seen a month and a half ago, with current prices around 3.5 yuan per jin [10] - Analysts expect a reduction in poultry imports, which will benefit domestic white feather chicken enterprises, while increased tariffs will raise breeding costs, positively impacting market share and profit margins for related companies [10]

Investment Rating - The investment rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry is "Positive" (maintained) [1] Core Views - The report highlights that the pig farming sector shows value for low-positioning, with a recovery in profitability expected alongside consumer demand recovery. The current valuation of the pig farming sector is at a relatively low level, indicating potential for investment [6][25] - The report emphasizes the ongoing support for pig prices from the entry of supplementary breeding in Northeast China, which is expected to stabilize prices in the short term [4][11] Summary by Sections Weekly Observation - Recent supplementary breeding has entered Northeast China, which may support pig prices. As of March 14, the national average price for live pigs was 14.57 yuan/kg, up 0.12 yuan/kg from the previous week, with a week-on-week increase of 0.83% [4][11] - The average daily slaughter volume of sample enterprises was 142,500 pigs, down 90 pigs from the previous week, indicating weak demand [4][11] Weekly Perspective - The pig farming sector's low-positioning value is becoming apparent, with a recovery in profitability expected as consumer demand rebounds. Recommended stocks include Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others [6][25] - The pet food market in China is projected to grow at a CAGR of 9.64% from 2025 to 2028, driven by rising consumer spending and domestic brands gaining market share [6][25] Market Performance (March 10-14) - The agriculture index outperformed the market by 1.45 percentage points, with the Shanghai Composite Index rising by 1.39% and the agriculture index rising by 2.84% [31][33] - Key stocks that led the gains included Xue Rong Biological, Western Animal Husbandry, and Zhong Ji Health, with increases of 43.95%, 18.29%, and 13.13% respectively [31][35] Price Tracking (March 10-14) - The average price of live pigs was 14.65 yuan/kg, up 1.03% from the previous week. The average price of piglets was 33.87 yuan/kg, up 3.39% from the previous week [41][43] - The average price of white feather chickens was 7.11 yuan/kg, up 7.89% from the previous week, while the average price of yellow feather chickens was 10.45 yuan/kg, reflecting a price increase [40][46][47] Key News (March 10-14) - The USDA's March report adjusted global corn and wheat production upwards while lowering rice production forecasts. Corn production was increased by 1.7 million tons to 1.214 billion tons, and wheat production was increased by 3.44 million tons to 797 million tons [36]