American pork producers face continued challenges in international markets as slower overseas demand limits opportunities for export growth. USDA's latest livestock outlook projects pork exports will increase 1.1% in 2026, followed by growth of just six-tenths of a percent in 2027. USDA economists say sluggish growth in Mexican demand for imported American pork is contributing to the weaker outlook. Mexico remains a critical market for U.S. pork producers, making changes in purchasing patterns especially important to domestic hog prices. USDA also lowered its pork production forecasts following September inventory estimates that indicated fewer expected farrowings. American pork production is now projected at 27.6 billion pounds in 2026 and 27.8 billion pounds in 2027. Producers continue monitoring export demand, international competition and domestic supplies as they evaluate profitability heading into the coming year.
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