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].

Summary of Industry and Company Insights from Conference Call Industry Overview - **Agricultural Industry Performance**: The agricultural industry in the first half of 2025 is relatively stable, with grain prices at a low point and pig prices showing a year-on-year recovery, although they are declining on a quarter-on-quarter basis. Poultry prices are affected by weak demand in the catering sector and abundant supply, leading to a continued downturn in the poultry farming sector [2][3]. Key Points on Specific Sectors 1. Pig Farming Industry - **Price and Profitability**: The average pig price is approximately 14.8 yuan per kilogram, down 4.2% year-on-year. However, due to a greater decline in farming costs compared to pig prices, industry profitability has significantly improved, with average profit per head around 70 yuan, compared to a loss of 25 yuan in the same period last year [3][4]. - **Company Performance**: Major companies like Muyuan Foods are expected to report over 10.5 billion yuan in profits for the first half of the year, with a 90% increase in Q2 profits. Other companies like Shennong Group and Wens Foodstuffs are also showing strong profitability despite challenges in certain segments [4]. 2. Poultry Farming Industry - **Current Situation**: The white feather broiler market remains at a low point, with upstream companies benefiting from downstream capacity expansion. However, the price drop in upstream is greater than in downstream. The average selling price of layer chicks has increased by 40% year-on-year to about 4.3 yuan per chick due to supply constraints [5]. - **Financial Performance**: Companies like Shengnong Development expect a 22% year-on-year growth in Q2 performance, while Wens and Lihua are facing losses in the yellow feather chicken segment, averaging losses of 0.2 to 0.3 yuan per bird [5]. 3. Pet Food Market - **Market Dynamics**: The domestic pet food market remains robust, with online GMV growth of 17% in the first five months of 2025, compared to 14% last year. However, companies focused on export OEM are facing declines due to US-China trade tensions, while strong domestic brands are expected to maintain high growth rates [6][9]. - **Company Performance**: Companies like Guibao and Zhongchong are projected to see significant growth, with expected Q2 growth rates of around 40% and 31%, respectively. In contrast, companies heavily reliant on export OEM may see stagnant or slightly declining performance [10]. 4. Feed and Animal Health Sub-Industries - **Sales Growth**: The feed and animal health sectors are benefiting from a recovery in livestock numbers and stable profitability. For instance, Bangji Technology reported over 200% year-on-year growth in feed sales, while Haida Group expects a growth rate of 25% to 30% [7]. - **Vaccine Demand**: There has been a recovery in vaccine demand, with prices for certain products like Tylosin and Tiamulin increasing by 30% and 10%, respectively. Companies like Keqian Bio are expected to see a 20% to 25% growth in Q2 performance [8]. Recommendations for Investment - **Investment Focus**: Recommendations include focusing on post-cycle breeding varieties, feed, and animal health sectors. Key companies to watch include Bangji Technology, Haida Group, and leading vaccine producers like Keqian Bio and Huisheng Bio. Attention should also be given to low-valuation leading breeding companies with strong performance [11]. - **Market Outlook**: If the pig farming sector can stabilize and avoid overproduction, there is significant potential for valuation increases in the industry, particularly for companies like Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs [11].

Investment Rating - The report maintains a "Recommended" rating for the agriculture, forestry, animal husbandry, and fishery industry [1][61]. Core Views - The report highlights that the pig price may experience a turning point due to seasonal factors and policy changes, suggesting a bottoming out phase for the sector [2][12]. - The poultry sector is seeing price declines, but there are signs of marginal improvements in the cycle [3][24]. - The animal health sector is expected to see performance recovery, and there are investment opportunities in the pet medical industry [4][35]. - The planting sector is witnessing a week-on-week rebound in grain prices [5][43]. - The feed sector is experiencing price fluctuations, with a general downward trend [6][46]. - The pet economy is thriving, with domestic brands gaining strength [7][51]. Summary by Sections Pig Industry - The average pig price is currently fluctuating between 14-15 CNY/kg, with a notable increase in average weights compared to previous years [11][12]. - The report recommends focusing on companies with low costs and strong financial health, such as Wens Foodstuffs, Muyuan Foods, and Juxing Agriculture [12][61]. Poultry Industry - The poultry prices are declining, with the white feather chicken price at 3.48 CNY/jin, showing a slight decrease [24][25]. - The report recommends companies like San Nong Development and Yisheng Livestock, while suggesting to pay attention to He Feng and Minhe Livestock [25][61]. Animal Health - The animal health sector is expected to recover, supported by the profitability of the pig farming industry [35][36]. - The pet medical market is projected to grow, with a market size of approximately 840 billion CNY, representing 28% of the pet industry [4][35]. Planting Sector - Grain prices are showing a week-on-week increase, with corn priced at 2353 CNY/ton and wheat at 2446 CNY/ton [43][44]. - The report suggests focusing on companies involved in genetically modified seeds, such as Suqian Agricultural Development and Longping High-tech [43][61]. Feed Sector - Feed prices are experiencing a downward trend, with pig feed at 3.36 CNY/kg [46][47]. - The report recommends Hai Da Group and suggests paying attention to He Feng [47][61]. Pet Industry - The pet market is expected to reach a scale of 300.2 billion CNY in 2024, with a growth rate of 7.5% [51][52]. - The report recommends companies in the pet food sector like Guobao Pet and Zhongchong Co., and in the pet medical sector, it recommends Ruipu Biological [55][61].

Group 1: Beef Industry - The beef cycle in China is undergoing significant changes, with a long-term trend of price increases due to lower production capacity compared to consumption growth. The high profitability cycle in beef farming is leading to aggressive expansion downstream, but this has resulted in substantial losses since July 2023. The industry is characterized by low concentration and severe information asymmetry, similar to the pig farming industry before the African swine fever outbreak. Once capacity is effectively cleared, supply-demand mismatches and price elasticity may exceed expectations [3][57]. - China's beef production capacity is not proportional to its beef output, with a significant gap between live cattle production and beef yield. In 2024, China is projected to produce 520 million live cattle but only 779 million tons of beef, indicating inefficiencies in production practices [19][24]. - The beef import dependency in China has increased significantly, with imports rising from 601,000 tons in 2016 to 2,915,000 tons in 2024, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.8%. This has amplified the impact of imports on domestic beef pricing [24][25]. Group 2: Swine Industry - The swine industry is expected to experience a short-term decline in prices due to an oversupply of pigs, with the national breeding sow inventory remaining stable but limited growth. The Ministry of Agriculture has mandated a halt to the expansion of breeding sows, which will impact supply dynamics in the second half of 2025 [87][89]. - The supply of piglets is expected to increase, leading to higher market pressures in the second half of 2025. However, potential outbreaks of diseases in the autumn and winter could lead to a temporary decrease in supply, which may cause prices to rise in 2026 [89][92]. - The average asset-liability ratio of listed pig farming companies has improved from 73.9% to 61.6% between Q2 2023 and Q1 2025, indicating a recovery in financial health among leading firms in the industry [99]. Group 3: Animal Health Industry - The animal health sector is expected to benefit from improvements in efficiency and cost management, despite an oversupply in the breeding industry. The demand for veterinary drugs is anticipated to rise as pig prices recover, which will positively impact upstream animal health companies [84][90]. - The industry is transitioning from a focus on scale to an emphasis on quality, with the development of vaccines against diseases like African swine fever becoming a critical catalyst for growth in the animal health sector [90][92]. Group 4: New Consumption Trends - The pet consumption market in China is steadily growing, with the overall market size expected to reach 300.2 billion yuan in 2024, reflecting a year-on-year growth of 7.5%. The pet cat market is particularly strong, with a growth rate of 10.7% [59][62]. - Domestic brands are gaining popularity among pet owners, with a significant increase in preference for local products over foreign brands. This trend is driven by cost advantages and effective marketing strategies during major shopping events [72][79]. - The demand for pets as companions is rising due to demographic changes, including an aging population and declining marriage rates, which is expected to further boost the pet industry [67][68].

Group 1: Core Insights - The report emphasizes the importance of policy measures to regulate breeding sow capacity, which may elevate the price center for pigs in 2025-2026, benefiting the poultry sector and leading feed companies [1][38]. - The report highlights the increasing focus on food security amid frequent extreme weather events and trade tensions, suggesting a strategic shift in the agricultural sector [1]. Group 2: Swine Farming - In the first half of 2025, pig prices remained strong, influenced by slow recovery in breeding sow capacity and proactive market behavior before holidays, leading to a stable price range of 14.0-15.0 yuan/kg [12][15]. - The report anticipates limited growth in pig supply for 2025 due to cautious replenishment by producers, with expectations for pig prices to remain favorable in the second half of 2025 [15][31]. - Key companies recommended for investment in the swine sector include Muyuan Foods and WH Group, noted for their cost advantages and strong performance [38]. Group 3: Poultry Farming - The report is optimistic about the white-feathered chicken breeding sector, expecting a tightening supply of parent stock in the second half of 2025, which will positively impact the market [40][58]. - For yellow-feathered chickens, the report indicates that the current low inventory of parent stock, combined with reduced production costs, sets the stage for potential price recovery and profit expansion [52][58]. - Recommended companies in the poultry sector include Lihua Agricultural and Dekang Agriculture, which are expected to benefit from improving market conditions [58]. Group 4: Feed and Veterinary Services - The report notes a recovery in demand for feed products as the breeding sector improves, with a positive outlook for companies like Haida Group, which is well-positioned to capitalize on this trend [6][38]. - The veterinary services sector is also expected to see a recovery in demand, with a focus on leading companies in the animal health space [38]. Group 5: Seed Industry - The report highlights the rising importance of food security, with a focus on the seed industry, particularly in rice and corn, as the sector enters a phase of recovery and growth [38]. - The hybrid rice seed industry is expected to see improved supply-demand dynamics, while corn prices are rebounding, encouraging farmer planting enthusiasm [38][58]. - Recommended companies in the seed sector include Longping High-Tech and Dabeinong, which are anticipated to benefit from these trends [38].

Summary of Key Points from Conference Call Records Industry Overview - **Industry**: Agriculture, Forestry, Animal Husbandry, and Fishery - **Focus**: Pet consumption growth, livestock farming, and feed industry dynamics Key Insights on Pet Industry - **Market Growth**: The Chinese pet market is projected to grow by 7.5% in 2024, with cat products showing particularly strong growth [1][2] - **Food Demand**: Pet food remains a necessity, with staple food and nutritional products gaining market share. There is a clear trend towards health-oriented and specialized products [1][2] - **Export Challenges**: Pet food exports to the U.S. face significant tariffs, currently at 55%. Companies are responding by establishing overseas production facilities [3][4] - **E-commerce Performance**: Domestic brands performed exceptionally well during the 618 shopping festival, with top five brands on Tmall being local. Some brands, like Mediaway, reported a staggering 450% year-on-year growth [5] Trends in Pet Pharmaceuticals - **Market Expansion**: The demand for pet pharmaceuticals is increasing due to the aging pet population and rising penetration rates. The market for diagnostic drugs, vaccines, and dewormers is expanding significantly [1][6][8] - **Vaccination Trends**: There is a trend towards the introduction of major new products in the pet pharmaceutical sector, including the gradual replacement of imported vaccines [6][8] Livestock Farming Insights - **Regulatory Environment**: The pig farming industry is experiencing stricter regulations, leading to improved supply-demand dynamics. As of April 2025, the number of breeding sows has slightly decreased year-on-year [1][12] - **Production Efficiency**: The industry is seeing a rise in production efficiency and a shift towards more rational production practices to stabilize prices [12][13][14] - **Cost and Debt Levels**: Leading pig farming companies maintain a cost advantage, with production costs around 12 to 12.5 RMB per kg. Most companies have a debt-to-asset ratio below 60% [15] Feed Industry Dynamics - **Price Trends**: The prices of bulk feed ingredients are on the rise, leading to a slight increase in overall feed prices. Feed production has rebounded significantly, with a 13.6% year-on-year increase in April 2025 [22][23] - **Market Recovery**: The feed market is expected to continue its recovery, particularly in the pig feed segment, which saw a 15.52% increase in sales [22] Challenges and Opportunities - **Poultry Market**: The white chicken market is facing structural shortages, while the yellow chicken market is at historical lows. Leading companies are adapting by improving breed selection and processing capabilities [16][19] - **Domestic Brands**: Domestic animal health products are gaining traction due to their quality and cost-effectiveness, with significant potential for import substitution [11][21] Future Outlook - **Pet Market Growth**: The pet pharmaceutical market is expected to continue expanding as the pet population ages, with significant growth potential in the domestic market [8][10] - **Livestock Industry Trends**: The livestock industry is likely to see ongoing improvements in production efficiency and a more favorable supply-demand balance in the coming years [12][13][14] This summary encapsulates the critical insights and trends discussed in the conference call, highlighting the growth potential and challenges within the pet and livestock industries.

Group 1 - The SW Agricultural, Forestry, Animal Husbandry and Fishery industry rose by 5.02% from January to May 2025, outperforming the CSI 300 index by approximately 7.43 percentage points [13][14] - Most sub-sectors recorded positive returns, with only planting and fishery sectors showing negative returns of -1.58% and -0.07% respectively [14] - Approximately 70% of stocks in the industry achieved positive returns, with three stocks increasing over 100%, the highest being Yizhi Magic Yam at 209.66% [15] Group 2 - The overall PB of the SW Agricultural, Forestry, Animal Husbandry and Fishery industry increased from a low of 2.31 times at the beginning of the year to 2.68 times, with a current PB of approximately 2.66 times as of June 13, 2025, reflecting a 15% recovery from the low [20] - The pig breeding sector is expected to see a gradual recovery in supply, with the number of breeding sows reaching 40.38 million heads by the end of April 2025, slightly above the normal holding capacity [21][23] - The average price of pigs as of June 13, 2025, was 14.04 yuan/kg, down 10.8% from the beginning of the year and 26.1% year-on-year, with expectations for a price rebound in Q4 2025 [27] Group 3 - The total feed production in China is expected to rebound in 2025 after a decline in 2024, with a total production of 49.2 million tons in the first two months of 2025, a year-on-year increase of 9.6% [54] - The average price of corn in China rose from approximately 2,122 yuan/ton at the beginning of the year to over 2,400 yuan/ton, reflecting a 13.3% increase [56] - The pet health market is anticipated to grow rapidly, with significant expansion potential in the domestic market for pet food and supplies, benefiting quality domestic leaders [5][6]

Core Viewpoint - In 2024, Haili Biological (603718) underwent a significant strategic transformation by divesting long-term loss-making assets and acquiring the dental restoration materials company Ruisheng Biological, successfully shifting its focus to the human health sector. This transformation is reflected in a 172% year-on-year increase in net profit for 2024 and a turnaround to profitability in Q1 2025 with a net profit of 10.9 million yuan, a 393.11% increase year-on-year [1][2]. Group 1: Business Transformation - Haili Biological, originally established as a veterinary biological pharmaceutical factory, expanded into the human health sector in 2018 by acquiring IVD company Jiemen Biological, creating two main business segments: veterinary and IVD [2]. - The veterinary business faced continuous development pressure, leading to stagnant revenue since its IPO in 2015, which did not exceed 350 million yuan [2]. - In 2024, the company strategically adjusted its business layout by divesting loss-making veterinary assets and acquiring a 55% stake in Ruisheng Biological, focusing on high-tech dental restoration materials [2]. Group 2: Market Opportunity - Ruisheng Biological operates in a rapidly expanding market for dental implant restoration materials, benefiting from explosive demand and structural opportunities in China's dental healthcare market [3]. - Following the implementation of centralized procurement for dental implants in April 2023, the cost of a single dental implant dropped from tens of thousands to 4,000-6,000 yuan, stimulating demand [3]. - The dental implant market in China grew from approximately 27 billion yuan in 2022 to 38 billion yuan in 2023, with a projected growth to over 50 billion yuan in 2024 and 80 billion yuan by 2026 [3][4]. Group 3: Competitive Position - Ruisheng Biological has established a strong position in the domestic dental restoration materials market, with a market share that continues to rise and is accelerating the replacement of imported brands [5]. - The company’s bone repair products, made from bovine bone, and its collagen membranes have shown effective results in clinical applications, with a significant increase in sales volume [6]. - In 2023, Ruisheng Biological's bone powder sales grew by 138%, and in 2024, it is expected to continue growing by 61%, leading the market among domestic brands [6]. Group 4: Future Growth Potential - Ruisheng Biological is set to double its production capacity for bone powder from 800,000 bottles per year to 2 million bottles per year by 2025, with a 15% reduction in unit costs [6][7]. - The company is also expanding its collagen membrane production capacity and has achieved competitive pricing, winning bids in 95% of provinces under centralized procurement [7]. - Ruisheng Biological has committed to achieving a cumulative net profit of no less than 414 million yuan from 2024 to 2026, with 138 million yuan expected in 2024, indicating a feasible path to meet its performance commitments [7].

Investment Rating - Industry rating: Outperform the market (maintained rating) [10] Core Viewpoints - The pig price center continues to decline, with both active and passive factors increasing the probability of destocking, highlighting the expected difference in the pig sector [2][14] - The pet economy is thriving, with domestic brands rapidly rising, indicating strong growth resilience in pet consumption [3][16] - The poultry sector is focusing on the breeding gap for white chickens and the marginal improvement in demand for yellow chickens [4][18] Summary by Sections Pig Sector - The average national pig price is 14.41 yuan/kg, down 0.69% week-on-week, marking a new low for the year, with self-breeding profits around 129 yuan/head, down 13 yuan/head [2][14] - The supply side shows a slight decrease in average weight for slaughtered pigs, while demand is supported by pre-festival stocking, but may decline post-festival due to seasonal consumption fatigue [2][14] - The sector is characterized by low valuations and expected differences, with leading companies like Muyuan Foods and Wens Foodstuffs being highlighted for their profitability [2][15] Pet Sector - The 618 pre-sale event on Taobao showed strong sales for domestic brands, with significant growth in live-streaming channels [3][16] - Pet food exports have seen continuous growth, with 11.02 million tons exported in the first four months of 2025, reflecting a year-on-year increase of 16.17% [3][16] - Recommended companies in the pet food sector include Guibao Pet, Zhongchong Co., and Petty Co., with a focus on companies with high domestic income growth [3][17] Poultry Sector - The uncertainty in breeding imports for white chickens remains, with a significant decline in breeding stock updates [4][18] - The yellow chicken supply is confirmed to be shrinking, with prices sensitive to demand changes, suggesting potential benefits from a recovery in consumption [5][21] - The egg-laying chicken sector is experiencing high prices due to restricted imports, with a recommendation to focus on companies like Xiaoming Co. due to their market share advantages [6][22] Planting Sector - The focus is on achieving high yields through the integration of good land, good seeds, good machinery, and good practices, contributing significantly to national food security [7][23] - The emphasis on biotechnology and precision breeding is expected to enhance agricultural competitiveness, with leading seed companies recommended [7][23] Feed and Animal Health Sector - Hai Da Group is recommended for its market share increase and consistent performance in the feed sector [8][25] - The animal health sector is adapting to new demands and competition, with a focus on innovative products and potential growth in pet health products [8][26]

Group 1: Consumption Trends - Consumption has led the market since April and year-to-date, with personal care products, animal health, feed, snacks, and cosmetics showing the highest gains[1] - Recommended consumption sectors include apparel, automobiles (including two-wheeled electric vehicles), retail, food, beauty care, aquaculture, feed, and snacks since the Spring Strategy Outlook on February 12[1] Group 2: Fiscal Impact on Consumption - Retail sales growth is highly elastic to fiscal spending cycles, with elasticity increasing during fiscal expansion periods[2] - The expected fiscal deficit rate for 2025 is around 4%, up from approximately 3% in 2024, indicating a significant increase in central government spending[21] - Local government debt pressures have historically suppressed consumption, but debt relief efforts are expected to drive internal recovery in consumption, particularly in high-debt provinces[2] Group 3: Investment Strategy - The investment strategy suggests focusing on domestic consumption sectors, technology growth, cost improvement drivers, and structural opportunities abroad[32] - Recommended sectors include domestic consumption (apparel, automobiles, retail, food, beauty care), technology (AI, robotics, semiconductors), and cost-driven sectors (aquaculture, energy metals)[32]