Core Insights - Sichuan is launching a plan to develop a trillion-level livestock industry, focusing on building strong agricultural industry chains [1][2] - The livestock sector is the largest agricultural industry in Sichuan, with a total output value exceeding 730 billion yuan, making it the most promising area to reach the trillion-level target [2][3] Industry Overview - The livestock industry in Sichuan has a high proportion of large-scale farming, with over 60% of farms having an annual output of more than 500 pigs, leading the nation [3] - Sichuan has nine agricultural industry clusters recognized as national-level advantageous and characteristic industry clusters, with four of them in the livestock sector [3] Challenges and Opportunities - Despite the strong foundation, the livestock industry faces challenges such as a lack of leading enterprises and incomplete deep processing chains, with deep processing of pork accounting for less than 25% of consumption [4] - The plan aims to increase the total output value of the livestock industry chain by 269 billion yuan within 3-5 years, targeting a trillion-level milestone [6] Company Initiatives - Companies like DeKang Agricultural Group are key players in the industry, implementing advanced slaughtering technologies and expanding their operations in Sichuan [5][6] - DeKang Group is also collaborating with local governments to enhance the entire livestock supply chain, including breeding, farming, slaughtering, and processing [7]