According to the “2026 World Pork Map” released by Rabobank, Brazil has surpassed Canada to become the world’s third-largest pork exporter, trailing only the European Union and the United States. The institution noted that Brazil has further solidified its market position thanks to competitive production costs and an expanding range of export destinations.

The EU Remains in First Place, but Growth Potential Is Limited

The EU remains the world’s largest pork exporter, but the gap with the United States is gradually narrowing. Rabobank forecasts that stricter environmental requirements, higher animal welfare standards, and rising production costs will limit further growth in European pork production and exports.

Against this backdrop, the United States has the potential to become the world’s largest pork exporter in the future. However, current U.S.-China trade tensions are bolstering the competitiveness of European suppliers and delaying this shift in the market landscape.

Brazil Accelerates Shift Toward Emerging Markets; the Philippines Becomes Largest Buyer

In recent years, as Chinese import demand has declined, Brazil has actively pursued export diversification. The Philippines has become a key market for Brazilian pork and is currently its largest buyer. By 2025, Brazil’s pork exports to the Philippines are projected to grow by more than 30%.

Rabobank believes that Brazil’s successful pivot toward emerging markets is reducing its dependence on China and strengthening its position in the global pork trade. Competition among the EU, the U.S., and Brazil continues to intensify.

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