Core Insights - The report highlights a rebound in pork prices during the consumption peak season, with the average price of lean pigs at 12.49 CNY/kg, up 2.6% week-on-week but down 22.7% year-on-year [6][14]. - The report emphasizes the growth potential of leading feed companies expanding overseas, suggesting a focus on their international business growth [6][16]. Livestock Farming - The average price of 6.5 kg piglets has risen to 330 CNY/head, reflecting a 7.5% week-on-week increase, indicating a positive outlook among farmers for pork prices in the second half of the year [6][14]. - Major recommended companies in the livestock sector include Wen's Food Group and Muyuan Foods, with attention also on Dekang Agriculture and New Hope [6][14]. - The report notes that the industry is in a "tug-of-war" state, with companies possessing cost advantages having a significant competitive edge [6][14]. Dairy Industry - The current price of fresh milk in major production areas is 3.02 CNY/kg, down 0.3% week-on-week and 3.2% year-on-year, while some regions see prices rebounding to 3.3-3.4 CNY/kg [15]. - The report anticipates a continued upward trend in beef prices due to supply constraints, recommending companies like Yuran Dairy and Modern Dairy [15]. Feed and Animal Health - Prices for common and specialty fish and shrimp have continued to rise, driven by tight supply and increased demand as the Spring Festival approaches [16]. - The report suggests that leading feed companies are likely to see market share growth due to their comprehensive advantages, with a focus on international expansion [16]. - In the animal health sector, companies are expanding into pet healthcare, with recommendations for companies like Keqian Biological and Princely Biological [16]. Agricultural Sector - The report indicates that the domestic corn price is 2364 CNY/ton, up 0.5% week-on-week, while soybean meal prices are at 3196 CNY/ton, down 0.9% [18][44]. - The report highlights the importance of biotechnology advancements and industry consolidation in the seed sector, recommending companies like Suqian Agricultural Development and Beidahuang [18]. Market Performance - The agricultural sector underperformed the market by 2.7 percentage points, with the animal health sector showing a 1.2% increase [22]. - The report notes that the livestock sector is experiencing a recovery in profitability, with self-bred pigs showing a profit of 7.39 CNY/head [24].