Investment Rating - The industry rating is maintained as "Increase" [4] Core Views - In the second quarter of 2025, the average price of live pigs is expected to be 14.5 CNY/kg, a decrease of 4.6% from the previous quarter and 11.4% year-on-year. However, due to the decline in raw material prices and improved breeding performance, listed companies are optimizing costs [15][16] - The poultry sector is facing challenges, with yellow feathered chicken prices remaining low at an average of 11.3 CNY/kg, down 2.4% quarter-on-quarter and 15.5% year-on-year. The profitability of leading companies like Wen's Group may be under pressure due to these price declines [15][16] - The feed sector is benefiting from stable pig prices and rising aquatic product prices, with Haida Group expected to achieve a feed sales volume of approximately 13.65 million tons in the first half of 2025, a year-on-year increase of about 26% [15][16] Summary by Sections Livestock Farming - The national price of lean meat pigs is 14.54 CNY/kg, down 2% from last week. The current valuation remains relatively low, with a focus on leading companies and low-cost high-growth targets such as Muyuan Foods and Wen's Group [2][16] - The average price of white feathered chickens is 6.24 CNY/kg, down 7.6% from last week, while chicken product prices average 8.38 CNY/kg, down 0.9% [16][30] - The price of parent stock chicken chicks is 47.2 CNY/set, up 1% week-on-week, while the price of meat chicken chicks is 0.99 CNY each, down 27.2% [26][28] Feed Sector - Haida Group is expected to achieve a net profit of 1.218-1.518 billion CNY in the second quarter, with a year-on-year change of -3.64% to +20.1% [15][16] - The pet feed industry continues to maintain high growth, with expectations for Zhongchong Group to achieve a net profit of approximately 120 million CNY in the second quarter, a year-on-year increase of about 40% [15][16] Agricultural Products - The approval of genetically modified varieties is expected to lead to commercial sales, with potential growth for industry companies as actual transaction prices and profit distribution are confirmed [16] - The fluctuation of agricultural product prices is increasing, and leading feed companies are expected to replace smaller companies due to their advantages in procurement, scale, and capital [16]

Summary of Agricultural Sector Investment Strategy 2025 Industry Overview - The agricultural sector is experiencing a transition from cyclical growth to cyclical value, with large listed companies improving cash flow and industry profitability becoming differentiated. Leading companies are currently valued at historical lows, with potential for mid-to-long-term profit improvement and increased shareholder returns [1][3][4]. Key Points on Livestock Sector - The livestock sector is undergoing a transformation, with large groups gaining market share and demonstrating significant cost advantages. The industry is entering a phase where leading companies are expected to see rising return on equity (ROE) and increased free cash flow [2][3]. - Recommendations include major players such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff, Juxing Agriculture, Shennong Technology, and Dekang Holdings, which exhibit strong cost advantages and high profit realization rates [8]. Pet Food Sector Insights - The pet food sector is in a high-growth phase, with accelerating revenue growth and improved profitability. Leading brands are leveraging product formulation and channel investments to achieve rapid growth. Key recommendations include Guibao Pet and Zhongchong Co., Ltd. [5][9]. Feed Sector Recommendations - Haida Group is highlighted as a key investment in the feed sector, having achieved significant sales growth of 3 million tons in the first half of the year. Despite potential underperformance in earnings forecasts, the company's competitive position and long-term growth prospects remain strong [6][11]. Swine Farming Industry Dynamics - The swine farming industry has seen a rise in scale, with specialization becoming more pronounced. Large groups focus on breeding while smaller farms concentrate on fattening pigs. The industry has faced overcapacity due to rapid capital expansion post-African swine fever [7][12]. Market Trends and Future Outlook - The pet food industry has shown strong performance from January to May 2025, despite recent valuation discrepancies. The long-term outlook remains positive, with domestic brands increasingly focusing on high-end products and innovation driving growth [9][10]. - The feed industry is in a late-stage phase, with leading companies like Haida Group expected to enhance their competitive edge, particularly in overseas markets, with annual sales growth projected to exceed 30% [11]. Challenges and Opportunities in Animal Health - The animal health sector faces challenges due to a lack of standout products. However, innovation in vaccines and genetic engineering presents growth opportunities, with companies like KQ Bio being recommended for their strong R&D capabilities [13]. Overall Investment Strategy - The investment strategy for the agricultural sector emphasizes a selective approach, focusing on the swine farming and pet food sectors, as well as Haida Group. Investors are advised to pay close attention to these areas to capitalize on potential investment opportunities amid frequent policy changes [14].

Investment Rating - The industry investment rating is maintained as "Add" [6] Core Views - The agricultural sector is seen as a stable consumer goods category with strong demand and policy support, making it a potential safe haven for funds in a complex external environment [4] - The current prices of major meat proteins and agricultural products are in a bottoming phase, with quality leading companies expected to achieve stable growth in performance [4] Summary by Sections Market Review - For the week of May 12-16, 2025, the agricultural sector underperformed the market by 1.07 percentage points, with the Shenwan Agricultural Index closing at 2,620.55, up 0.05% [15][17] - Among sub-sectors, the animal health sector rose by 7.36%, while feed and fishery sectors increased by 2.04% and 0.91% respectively; however, agricultural processing, breeding, and planting sectors saw declines of 0.90%, 0.96%, and 1.29% respectively [15][17] Key Industry Data Swine Farming - As of May 16, 2025, the average price of live pigs nationwide was 14.61 CNY/kg, down 1.42% week-on-week and down 4.76% year-on-year; self-breeding profits were 80.66 CNY/head, decreasing by 3.67 CNY/head week-on-week [2][21] Poultry - As of May 16, 2025, the average price of broiler chicks was 2.85 CNY/chick, down 2.06% week-on-week, and the price of white feather broilers was 7.40 CNY/kg, down 0.67% week-on-week [2][27] Agricultural Products - As of May 16, 2025, the average price of wheat was 2,468.89 CNY/ton, up 0.33% week-on-week; corn was 2,304.29 CNY/ton, up 0.50% week-on-week; however, soybean meal prices fell to 2,988.00 CNY/ton, down 9.45% week-on-week [3][35] Investment Recommendations - The report suggests focusing on high-quality swine companies with strong cost control, such as Muyuan Foods, Wens Foodstuff Group, and others [4] - For the poultry sector, it recommends looking at integrated leaders like Shennong Development and Lihua Stock for their cost advantages [4] - In the feed sector, Haida Group is highlighted as a beneficiary of recovering livestock inventory [4] - For agricultural products, attention is drawn to Suqian Agricultural Development and Beidahuang, as well as seed companies like Denghai Seeds and Longping High-Tech [4]