The projected annual growth rates for these companies range from 13.62% to 21.26%. Nine major producers, including Muyuan Foods, Wen’s Foodstuff Group, and Twins Group, each intend to expand their operations by over 1 million pigs. This expansion highlights the industry’s focus on meeting rising domestic demand for pork, a staple in Chinese diets.
Muyuan Foods, a key player based in Henan province, has set an ambitious target to produce up to 78 million pigs in 2025. This figure is only 10 million short of the European Union’s total pig production, underscoring the scale of China’s leading producers. Yuan Hebin, deputy general manager of Muyuan, stated: “We are gradually expanding the scale and we need to improve our industrial chain that integrates the processing of feed and pig breeding.”
Wen’s Foodstuff Group, another major contributor, is enhancing its operations to support this growth. A representative from Wen’s Group noted: “We are committed to optimizing our production processes to ensure sustainable growth and meet market needs.” Similarly, Twins Group is focusing on expanding its facilities to align with the industry’s upward trajectory.
These expansion plans build on advancements in large-scale, technology-driven farming practices. Companies are investing in integrated systems that combine feed processing, breeding, and slaughtering to improve efficiency. The shift toward modernized facilities aims to ensure a stable pork supply while addressing past challenges, such as disease outbreaks, through enhanced biosecurity measures.
The industry’s growth is driven by strong consumer demand for pork, which accounts for a significant portion of meat consumption in China. By scaling up production, these companies aim to strengthen domestic supply chains and support food security goals. The planned increase to 217 million pigs in 2025 reflects a strategic effort to meet market demands and maintain industry resilience.
