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Peru Pork Consumption Triples as Sector Secures Singapore Export Access

Declaring 14 regions free of classical swine fever signals export-ready standards.

Overview

  • Per-capita pork intake in Peru reached 11 kilograms in 2025, roughly triple the level of a decade ago, according to the agriculture ministry.
  • The industry reports about 3.6 million pigs and annual output of 289,000 tonnes, with production centered in Lima, La Libertad and Ica.
  • Intensive operations make up 38% of farms yet deliver about 75% of slaughter volume, reflecting a shift toward higher productivity.
  • SENASA, the national animal-health agency, has declared 14 regions free of classical swine fever under its eradication plan.
  • Singapore has authorized imports of Peruvian pork and poultry, opening a high-standard market that could boost orders for local producers.