How much does pork contribute to the Australian economy?
The total contribution of the pork industry to the Australian economy in 2022-23 was estimated to be $5.5 billion.
How many registered pig production sites are in Australia?
As of 2022, there were 4,300.
How many full-time jobs are in the industry?
Around 36,000 people are employed in the pork industry, including on-farm production, processing and retail.
How big is the Australian pig herd?
There are roughly 2.4 million pigs in Australia at any given time.
How much pork do Australians eat each year?
APL estimates that 10.2kg of fresh pork is consumed per Australian each year. This equates to approximately 1.3 billion pork meals in 2023.
How much pork is imported into Australia each year?
Australia imported 175,180 tonnes of pork in the year to end of March 2023 - up 2% from the previous year. To make sure you're buying Australian pork, visit pork.com.au