We are continuously researching and recording facts and figures about the Australian Pork industry. These help us identify trends and track how we’re progressing over time.
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How much does pork contribute to the Australian economy?
The gross value of Australian pork production in 2020-21 was estimated at $5.3 billion.
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How many registered pig production sites are in Australia?
As of 2022, there were 4,300.
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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.
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How big is the Australian pig herd?
There are roughly 2.4 million pigs in Australia at any given time.
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How much pork do Australians eat each year?
Approximately 706 million pork meals are produced in Australia each year. APL estimates that 10.8kg of this was consumed as fresh pork per Australian in 2020-21.
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How much pork is imported into Australia each year?
Australia imported 163,952 tonnes of pork in 2021 - up 4% on the 2020 period.
To make sure you're buying Australian pork, visit pork.com.au