10 World’s Biggest Pork-Producing Countries

10 World’s Biggest Pork-Producing Countries – According to FAO Statistical Database in 2024, there are 10 world’s biggest pork-producing countries in 2026. Pork/pig’s meat has basically become one of the most popular meats in the world. As of now, pork is still one of the most widely consumed meats in the world and it influences the existence of many cuisines in some countries across Asia, Europe, the Americas, and parts of Africa.

Statistically, according to the FAO Statistical Database in 2026, the production of pig’s meat all over the world is around 125 million tons in the year 2024 which still becomes one of the most produced meats besides beef, and chicken. According to FAO Statistical Corporate Database (FAOSTAT), the world’s production of pig meat from time to time has gradually increased. In 1961, the world’s production was just 24.7 million tons. Furthermore, in 2024, after more than 65 years, the world’s production of meat reached 125 million tons. Overall, in the last 60 years, the world’s production of pig meat has increased around 100 million tons.

The World’s Production of Pig’s Meat From 1961 to 2024

Year	World's Production of Meat of Pigs
Year	(Tons)
1961	24,747,017
1962	26,054,376
1963	28,015,306
1964	28,676,662
1965	31,283,299
1966	32,410,825
1967	33,863,196
1968	34,400,948
1969	34,120,350
1970	35,794,928
1971	39,416,571
1972	40,622,649
1973	40,469,758
1974	42,429,757
1975	41,669,777
1976	40,750,393
1977	42,947,658
1978	45,641,358
1979	50,083,729
1980	52,674,094
1981	52,989,798
1982	53,195,698
1983	55,476,857
1984	57,486,350
1985	59,965,280
1986	60,720,575
1987	63,422,290
1988	66,895,052
1989	67,973,938
1990	69,701,123
1991	70,723,991
1992	72,853,530
1993	75,258,535
1994	78,747,229
1995	83,390,118
1996	78,737,176
1997	82,642,854
1998	88,226,679
1999	90,190,492
2000	89,231,084
2001	90,093,792
2002	92,371,355
2003	94,825,178
2004	95,773,908
2005	98,087,449
2006	99,928,605
2007	98,574,686
2008	102,668,540
2009	105,211,498
2010	108,113,036
2011	108,730,426
2012	112,205,683
2013	114,124,165
2014	116,143,487
2015	118,751,830
2016	118,375,987
2017	119,336,452
2018	119,621,811
2019	108,703,744
2020	108,691,795
2021	121,240,279
2022	122,985,675
2023	124,572,944
2024	125,357,200
Source: FAOSTAT, 2026

Pork is basically obtained from domesticated pigs (Sus scrofa domesticus). Historically, the animal husbandry of pigs started in 5000 BC. Nowadays, classified as red meat because it contains myoglobin, pork is eaten both freshly cooked and could be preserved. Ham, bacon, gammon, and sausage are examples of cured/canned pork. As of now, there are several popular breeds of pigs for producing its meat, namely Yorkshire, Landrace, Duroc, Hampshire, Berkshire, Erhjin, Fengjing, Ibérico, Russian Large White, and Bamei.

The Production of Pig’s Meat (Pork) in The Year of 2024

Continental Region	Production of Pig's Meats in 2024
Continental Region	(Tons)
Africa	2,365,672
Americas	25,168,531
Asia	68,345,923
Europe	28,868,675
Oceania	608,399
Source: FAOSTAT, 2026

In terms of continental regions, the main production area of pig meat based on the continent can be divided into several regions. In the year 2024, the production of Pig Meat in Africa continent around 2,365,672 tons, the Americas with 25,168,531 tons, Asia with 68,345,923 tons, Europe with 28,868,675 tons, and Oceania with 608,399 tons. Specifically, the Asia, Europe, and Americas regions still became the main producers of pig’s meat according to the Statistical Database from FAOSTAT in 2024.

According to Countries statistical production, there are 10 of World’s Biggest Pork-Producing Countries in 2024. These countries have huge production of pig meat annually. Here are 10 World’s Biggest Pork-Producing Countries. These data were obtained from FAO Statistical Corporate Database (FAOSTAT) in 2026.

The Rank of World’s Biggest Pig’s Meat Producers in 2024

Rank	Countries	Production of Meat of Pig in 2024
Rank	Countries	(tons)
1	China, mainland	57,060,000
2	United States of America	12,611,319
3	Brazil	5,358,897
4	Spain	4,956,040
5	Russian Federation	4,942,500
6	Germany	4,289,110
7	Viet Nam	3,785,000
8	Canada	2,275,356
9	France	2,094,250
10	Poland	1,910,030
Source: FAOSTAT, 2026

Brief Description of 10 World’s Biggest Pork-Producing Countries

1. China

China will still become the world’s biggest Pork-producing Country in 2024. Statistically, the production of China’s pig meat is around 57,060,000 tons. Geographically, China’s pig main production area can be divided into six major districts. Firstly, the middle and lower parts of the Yangtze River are around some provinces, i.e., Sichuan, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and Anhui provinces. Secondly, North China can be included in Shanxi, Shandong, and Henan provinces). Thirdly, Northeast China consists of Liaoning, Jilin, and Heilongjiang provinces. Fourthly, Southeast China consists of Fujian, Guangdong, Guizhou, and Hainan provinces. Fifty, the municipality area consists of Beijing, Tianjin, and Shanghai provinces. Lastly, the other area in 10 provinces in China.

In the pig livestock industry, there are some popular companies which lead the pig's meat market share in China, including Muyuan Foods, and Wens Foodstuff Group. Meanwhile, in terms of Chinese cuisines, some Chinese dishes are made from Pig meat as the main ingredients, namely Hong Shao Rou (Red Braised Pork Belly), Char Siu (Cantonese BBQ Pork), Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao).

2. The United States of America

The United States of America (USA) was the 2^nd world’s Biggest Pork-Producing Country in 2024 and became one of the world's largest exporters of pork with destination markets to Mexico, Japan, China, Canada, and South Korea. Commonly, in the USA, Pig meat is one of the most popular meats besides chicken and beef. Statistically, according to the FAO Statistical Database (FAOSTAT), the production of Pig meat from Stars and Stripes reached 12,611,319 tons in 2024. Geographically, there are 10 biggest states that have huge production of Pig Meat. These states are Iowa, Minnesota, North Carolina, Illinois, Indiana, Nebraska, Missouri, Ohio, Oklahoma, and South Dakota.

3.Brazil

Brazil will be the 3rd world’s biggest Pork-producing country in 2024. Statistically, the production of Brazil’s Pig Meat in 2024 reached 5,358,897 tons. Geographically, there are some provinces in Brazil that have huge production of Slaughtered Pigs annually. These primary areas in Brazil are Santa Catarina, Minas Gerais, São Paulo, Mato Grosso, Goiás, e Mato Grosso do Sul. In the Brazil Pig meat industry, there are some companies which dominated the pig meat market in Brazil and these companies include BRF S.A., JBS (Seara), Aurora Alimentos, and Frimesa. Furthermore, as one of the most consumed of meats in Brazil, Pork has influenced the Brazilian Cuisine and some of the dishes composed the pork as the main ingredients are Feijoada, Costela de Porco (Pork Ribs), Pernil, Torresmo, Linguiça.

4. Spain

Spain still become the 4th world’s biggest pork-producing country in 2024 and the leading pork country producer in the European Union. Statistically, the production of Spain’s pig meat in 2024 reached 4,956,040 tons. Geographically, there is a main area/province that has a huge population of pigs, and these provinces include Mérida, Hues ca, Zaragoza, Murcia, Barcelona, and Segovia. Statistically, Pig industries are the main contributor of livestock in Spain that contributes 37 percent of all national livestock industry. Furthermore, in relation to pig meat agribusiness, Spain still became one of the biggest exporters of Pig meat in the world besides the USA and China. In Spain, related to culinary aspects, some of the cuisine made from pig meat include Jamón ibérico (cured ham), paella (rice dish often with pork), chorizo (spicy cured sausage). In the Spanish pig meat industry, there are some companies/ groups/ cooperatives which dominated the market share of pig meat and these companies include Vall Company’s Group, Grupo Jorge, El Pozo (Grupo Fuertes), Campofrío, and Incarlopsa.

5. Russian Federation

Russia will still become the 5th biggest pork producer in 2024. Statistically, the production of pork/ pig meat from Russia reached 4,532,147 tons in 2024. Geographically, there are some regions of pig production in Russia. These areas are Tver, Pskov, Tambov, Pskov, and Voronezh. In the Russian market, there are some companies becoming the market leader and dominating the pig market in Russia. These companies include Miratorg, Sibagro, Rusagro, and Cherkizovo. Related to culinary aspects, some of the Russian dishes made from pig meat as ingredients are Shashlik, Pelmeni, Salo, Kholodets, Kotleta.

6. Germany

Germany is the 6th world’s Biggest Pork-Producing country in 2024. Statistically, the production of Pig meat from Germany reached 4,289,110 tons in 2024. Geographically, there are some areas of pig production. The primary areas of pig production are concentrated in the north-west, especially in the states of Lower Saxony and North Rhine-Westphalia. Furthermore, related to culinary aspects, some dishes in Germany made from Pig meat include Schweinsbraten (roast pork), sauerkraut and pork, bratwurst. In Germany, there are some companies which have become the market leader or dominate the pig meat industry in Russia. These companies are Tönnies, Westfleisch, Vion Food Group and Danish Crown

7.Viet Nam

Vietnam is the next biggest country of pig meat in 2024. According to the FAO Statistical Corporate Database in 2026, the production of pig meat in Vietnam reached 3,785,000 tons. In this country, there are some regions which become the major production of Pig in Vietnam. These are Ho Chi Minh City, Central Vietnam, Northwest, and Northwest. Genetically, there are some well-known local genetic of pigs. These local pigs are the Lang Hong and Mong Cai. Furthermore, in Vietnam, there are some popular cuisines made from Pork, namely Bún chả (grilled pork with rice vermicelli), nem rán (fried spring rolls). Related to pig agribusiness in Vietnam, there are some companies which dominate the pig market in Vietnam, and these companies include C.P. Vietnam (Charoen Pokphand), Masan MEATLife, Dabaco, BaF Vietnam, GreenFeed.

8. Canada

Canada is the next biggest country from the American region that has huge production of pig meat in 2024 and still become one of the largest exporters of pig meat which exports roughly 70% of Canada's total pork production. Statistically, the production of pig meat in Canada reached 2,275,356 tons. Geographically, there are some main regions in Canada that contribute to the production of national pig meat. These regions are Mani hot, Saskatchewan, Alberta, Quebec, and Ontario. In the Canadian Pig meat industry, there are some companies which dominated the market, including Canada Packers, Olymel, HyLife, Conestoga Meats. Related to culinary aspects, some of the Canadian dishes made from Pig Meat are Peameal Bacon, Tourtière, Cretons, Oreilles de Crisse.

9. France

France is the 9^th world’s biggest country of pig meat producers in 2024. Statistically, the production of pig meat from France reached 2,094,250 tons. Geographically, the main area of pig farming in France is in the French Great West, specifically in the regions of Brittany and Pays de la Loire. In the Agribusiness aspects, The French pork industry is dominated by "Cooperatives" (members-owned groups) and companies that produce the meat including Cooperl Arc Atlantique, Groupe Bigard, Agromousquetaires (Josselin Porc Abattage), and Herta & Fleury Michon. Related to culinary aspects, in France, some produced meat is processed into some products including Jambon Blanc (Paris Ham), Saucisson Sec (Dry-cured fermented sausage), Rillettes du Mans, Andouillette, and Lardons.

10. Poland

Poland is the 10^th world’s biggest producer of pig meat in 2024. Statistically, the production of pig meat in Poland was 1,910,030 tons. Geographically, there are main regions in Poland that have the highest contributor than other areas. These provinces are The Greater Poland province, Kujawy-Pomerania, Masovia, Pomerania, and Łódz. In terms of the pig meat industry, The Polish processing sector of pig meat is dominated by some large companies’ groups, namely Animex Foods, Sokołów, Gobarto, Goodvalley Polska. In Poland, The Pork still becomes most favorable meat than others and some dishes in Poland made from Pork as the main ingredient are Kotlet Schabowy, Kiełbasa, Kabanos, Golonka, and Smalec.