The figures for the period from January to August show an cumulative production of 385,514 tonnes, which represents an increase of 7.3% compared to the same period in 2019 (359,443 t).
Imports of pork and offal have sharply declined 18%, from 77,254 tonnes exported between January-August 2019 to 63,306 t for the same period in 2020. In contrast, exports have increased significantly (+29.4%), reaching 210,397 t (162,642 t for the same period in 2019). It should be noted that, as reported by Odepa in relation to USDA projections, China will decrease imports of pork.
October 28, 2020/ 333 Staff with information from Odepa.