Russia Just Replaced the EU in China's Pork Market – $3.5 Billion Market Shaking Europe’s Confidence

Russia Just Replaced the EU in China's Pork Market – $3.5 Billion Market Shaking Europe’s Confidence

China, the world’s largest consumer of pork, has long been a key market for global pork exporters, with an import value approaching $3.5 billion annually. Historically, the European Union (EU) dominated this market, particularly countries like Spain, Denmark, and the Netherlands. Spain, alone, captured roughly 21% of the Chinese pork market, establishing the EU as a reliable supplier of high-quality products. However, recent shifts in global trade dynamics and escalating political tensions are beginning to undermine this dominance, forcing European producers to adapt.