The slaughter pig markets in Central Europe are currently experiencing a shift characterized by an increase in supply and corresponding rise in demand, resulting in stable prices.
The benchmark price for slaughter pigs in Germany has been maintained at 1.92 euros per kilogram of carcass weight. This stability is attributed to balanced supply and demand conditions.
In Austria, the price of slaughter pigs remains unchanged at 1.86 euros per kilogram. The recent regional public holidays have led to a temporary surplus of slaughter pigs, but this is expected to decrease as processors increase their orders in anticipation of the Christmas season.
The slaughter pig market in Denmark is weakening, with prices dropping slightly to 1.45 euros per kilogram live weight due to an increase in supply that has outpaced processing capacities.
However, the market in Belgium remains stable, with prices maintained at 1.340 euros per kilogram live weight.
In France, pig prices have stabilized at 1.689 euros per kilogram after a cumulative decline in the preceding months.
Spain continues to experience a downward trend in prices, with medium-fat pigs priced at 1.56 euros per kilogram.
Italy has seen a more significant decline, with benchmark prices for freely marketed slaughter pigs dropping to 2.052 euros per kilogram.
At the European level, the average price for class E animals has continued to decline, with Slovakia being the only country reporting a price increase.
The overall trend indicates a challenging environment for pig producers across Europe, with many markets facing excess supply and fluctuating demand. Producers and processors need to remain agile and responsive to changing market conditions.