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Growth of the Colombian pork industry, unstoppable in 2024

In addition to achieving a production record of more than 600,000 tons, per capita consumption approached 15 kg/inhabitant/yr. Undoubtedly, the outlook for the sector's future is promising in the short, medium, and long term.

Colombian pork production, imports, and apparent consumption in 2024. Prepared by 333 Latin America with data from DANE and Porkcolombia.

Pig slaughter growth: Pig slaughter reached 6,190,195 head in 2024, reflecting a 7.2% growth compared to 2023.

Increase in pork production: Pork production in 2024 reached 608,752 tons, representing an increase of 7.8% compared to the previous year.

Production value was estimated at COP 7.83 trillion, an increase of 7.5% compared to the previous year.

Regional concentration of production: Approximately 74% of the national production was concentrated in Antioquia, Cundinamarca, and Valle del Cauca.

Growth by department: All departments, except Risaralda, showed positive growth rates in pork production.

Increase in imports: Preliminary imports reached 165,822 tons, an increase of 19.2% compared to 2023.

Increase in apparent consumption: Estimated apparent consumption for 2024 was 774,574 tons, reflecting a 10% increase over the previous year.

Origin of consumption: It is estimated that 79% of apparent consumption comes from domestic production, while the remaining 21% corresponds to imports.