The pork meat market is expected to register a CAGR of 3% during 2023–2031. The growing demand for high protein food is likely to remain a key trend in the market.
Pork Meat Market Analysis
- The needs of consumers for convenient and processed food have risen consequently. The market for drinks which are promoter of health has expanded more and more.
- Due to its flexibility, low cost and consumer preference, the pork meat industry continues to make advances in size and reach. Meat consumption is reaching its peak worldwide, with pork being the most consumed meat source across the globe.
Pork Meat Market Overview
- Pork meat is the type of meat produced from domestic pigs. It is the most commonly consumed meat globally. Pork meat is consumed in two forms, such as freshly cooked and preserved. Curing process extends the shelf life of the pork meat products. Smoked pork, ham, bacon, gammon, and sausage are some common examples of preserved pork.
- Pork meat is among the most popular meat in the Western countries and in Central Europe. It is also popular in the Eastern and non-Muslim parts of India, Malaysia, and Southeastern Asia. It is highly valued in Asian cuisines for its fat content and pleasant texture.
Pork Meat Market Drivers and Opportunities
Increasing demand for processed food
- Animal protein plays a vital role in human diet, so the increasing demand for animal protein has been a worldwide phenomenon. Especially, processed pork products, including bacon, hams, sausages and other smoked products, are also favoured by a large quantity of consumers.
- Low-fat, high-protein diets are also popular among western countries, so people's consumption of pork meat also increases remarkably.
Innovation and Product Development
- There is an increasing demand for organic and clean-label pork meat products. People are gaining consciousness about their food habits and looking for products that are produced in a sustainable manner, without artificial additives or hormones.
- By harnessing new technological breakthroughs in cutting, wrapping and curing, the pork industry can continue to improve its production, processing and packaging. This can potentially encourage the development of new kinds of pork meat products and newly value-added pork meat products.
Pork Meat Market Report Segmentation Analysis
Key segments that contributed to the derivation of the pork meat market analysis are deployment type and enterprise size.
- Based on product type, the pork meat market is segmented into fresh, frozen, and canned/preserved.
- On the distribution channel, the market is segregated into hypermarket/supermarket, convenience stores, specialty stores, online retailing, and others.
Pork Meat Market Share Analysis by Geography
- Pork Meat Market Report comprises a detailed analysis of five major geographic regions, which includes current and historical market size and forecasts for 2021 to 2031, covering North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific (APAC), Middle East and Africa (MEA), and South & Central America.
- Each region is further sub-segmented into respective countries. This report provides analysis and forecasts of 18+ countries, covering pork meat market dynamics such as drivers, trends, and opportunities that are impacting the markets at the regional level.
- Also, the report covers porter’s five forces analysis, which involves the study of major factors that influence the pork meat market in these regions.
Pork Meat Market Regional Insights
The regional trends and factors influencing the Pork Meat Market throughout the forecast period have been thoroughly explained by the analysts at Insight Partners. This section also discusses Pork Meat Market segments and geography across North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa, and South and Central America.
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Pork Meat Market Report Scope
Report Attribute |
Details |
Market size in 2024 |
US$ XX million |
Market Size by 2031 |
US$ XX Million |
Global CAGR (2025 - 2031) |
3% |
Historical Data |
2021-2023 |
Forecast period |
2025-2031 |
Segments Covered |
By Product Type - Fresh
- Frozen
- Canned/Preserved
By Distribution Channel - Hypermarket/Supermarket
- Convenience Stores
- Specialty Stores
- Online Retailing
|
Regions and Countries Covered |
North America Europe - UK
- Germany
- France
- Russia
- Italy
- Rest of Europe
Asia-Pacific - China
- India
- Japan
- Australia
- Rest of Asia-Pacific
South and Central America - Brazil
- Argentina
- Rest of South and Central America
Middle East and Africa - South Africa
- Saudi Arabia
- UAE
- Rest of Middle East and Africa
|
Market leaders and key company profiles |
China Yurun Food Group Ltd.Cranswick PLCDanish CrownHalpernsJBS USASmithfield Foods, Inc.Tönnies GroupTyson Foods, Inc.Vion Food GroupWH Group Limited |
Pork Meat Market Players Density: Understanding Its Impact on Business Dynamics
The Pork Meat Market market is growing rapidly, driven by increasing end-user demand due to factors such as evolving consumer preferences, technological advancements, and greater awareness of the product's benefits. As demand rises, businesses are expanding their offerings, innovating to meet consumer needs, and capitalizing on emerging trends, which further fuels market growth.
Market players density refers to the distribution of firms or companies operating within a particular market or industry. It indicates how many competitors (market players) are present in a given market space relative to its size or total market value.
Major Companies operating in the Pork Meat Market are:
- China Yurun Food Group Ltd.
- Cranswick PLC
- Danish Crown
- Halperns
- JBS USA
- Smithfield Foods, Inc.
Disclaimer: The companies listed above are not ranked in any particular order.
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Pork Meat Market News and Recent Developments
The pork meat market is evaluated by gathering qualitative and quantitative data post primary and secondary research, which includes important corporate publications, association data, and databases. A few of the developments in the pork meat market are listed below:
- JBS USA, a leading global food company, announced it has reached an agreement to acquire certain assets from TriOak Foods, a Midwest-based pork producer, for an undisclosed amount. The two companies enjoy a long-standing business relationship, with JBS USA serving as the exclusive customer of TriOak market hogs since 2017. (Source: JBS Foods, Press Releases, Dec 2022)
Pork Meat Market Report Coverage and Deliverables
The “Pork Meat Market Size and Forecast (2021–2031)” report provides a detailed analysis of the market covering below areas:
- Pork meat market size and forecast at global, regional, and country levels for all the key market segments covered under the scope
- Pork meat market trends as well as market dynamics such as drivers, restraints, and key opportunities
- Detailed PEST/Porter’s Five Forces and SWOT analysis
- Pork meat market analysis covering key market trends, global and regional framework, major players, regulations, and recent market developments
- Industry landscape and competition analysis covering market concentration, heat map analysis, prominent players, and recent developments for the pork meat market
- Detailed company profiles