How much does pork contribute to the Australian economy?
The total contribution of the pork industry to the Australian economy in 2023-24 was estimated to be $6 billion.
How many registered pig production sites are in Australia?
As of 1 July 2024, there were 4,506.
How many jobs are supported by the industry?
Around 34,600 full-time equivalent jobs are supported by the Australian pork industry, including on-farm production, processing and wholesaling.
How big is the Australian pig herd?
There are roughly 2.5 million pigs in Australia at any given time.
How much pork do Australians eat each year?
APL estimates that 10.3kg of fresh pork is consumed per Australian each year. This equates to approximately 1.3 billion pork meals in 2023-2024.
How much pork is imported into Australia each year?
Australia imported 165,562 tonnes of pork in the year to end of May 2024 - down 0.9% from the previous year. To make sure you're buying Australian pork, visit pork.com.au