China’s Agriculture Ministry
says more than 80% of hog farms in China have decided not to replenish herds
lost to African Swine Fever, leaving a gap in production.
Reports say China’s hog
production has dropped 21% since the first ASF outbreak. The decline will lead
to lower demand for soybean and feed products but will increase demand for pork
products since pork accounts for more than 60% of the country’s meat
consumption.
ASF has now spread to all
provinces of China.
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