USDA’s April outlook indicates that Ukraine is likely to increase pig production in 2026, pointing to a gradual strengthening of the livestock segment despite persistent wartime constraints.
Publicly cited estimates suggest the pig herd at the beginning of the year reached roughly 4.74 million head, higher than the previous year. Annual pig raising volume is projected around 8.25 million head, also above last year’s baseline.
Key figures in the outlook
- Opening herd estimate: about 4.74 million head.
- Annual production estimate: about 8.25 million head.
- Pig imports: around 9 thousand head expected.
The report also frames Ukraine’s trajectory within broader global stability, with world pig production projected near 1.3 billion head, close to last year’s level.
For Ukraine’s agri-market, this points to cautious recovery dynamics in livestock and potential support for related feed, processing, and logistics chains.
