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Pig exports (piglets for fattening and pigs for slaughter) increased by 29.8% in the first nine months of 2023 compared to the same period last year, going from 329,998 head in 2022 to 428,192 head in 2023 (+98,194 head).
The total weight of these animals increased by 20.6% compared to the previous period, from 23,326 tons in 2022 to 28,134 tons in 2023.
Portugal's exports of frozen and chilled pork decreased by 4.58% in the first 9 months of 2023 compared to 2022, with total sales abroad standing at 23,213 tons in 2023 and 24,4844 tons in 2022. Sales of fresh and chilled pork increased by 13.8%, but frozen pork fell by 15.4%. Offal sales increased by 16.1% from 7,491 tons in 2022 to 8,694 tons in 2023.
Revenue from exports increased by 32.9%, from 112.788 billion euros in 2022 to 149.854 billion euros in 2023.
November 13, 2023 / SIMA Newsletter #45/ Portugal.
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