Price Trends
14 May 2018
EU Reference Price (p/kg dwt)
122.81 (-1.54p/kg)
05 May 2018
Est GB clean pig Slaughterings (000 head)
162.02 (-1.07%)
14 Apr 2018
Est GB weekly sow slaughterings (000 head)
6.36 (2.2%)
1. Far East holds export hopes for pork sector
The Asia-Pacific region continues to offer opportunities for the UK pork sector – but industry must continue to work hard to ensure UK products are at the top of the list for importers.
2. Pig Pocketbook and Pork Yearbook now available
This week’s Pig & Poultry Fair saw the launch of two annual publications, which between them provide a wide range of information about the pork market.
3. GB pig prices continue to climb
In the week ended 12 May, the EU-spec SPP rose a further 0.59p on the week. At 147.21p/kg, the current quote is 11.24p lower than the equivalent week last year.
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23 May 2018
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