What is the true scope of white pig production in Spain?
White pig farming is one of Spain's most significant agricultural activities, and we are proud to say it accounts for 15.7% of total agricultural output and 38.5% of total livestock production. These figures help explain why the sector plays such a key role in the wider economy, rural employment, the food industry, and daily household shopping baskets.
Key Data
No. 1 in the EU
for production and No. 3 worldwide
Spain positions itself as a major international benchmark in pork production
+5.2 Million
Tonnes of Pork Produced
Annual production volume, demonstrating supply capacity and reliability
+816K
Tonnes Consumed / 20.5 kg per person/year
Connects the sector to everyday life: average annual consumption of fresh pork and cured meats in Spanish households.
+€7.700 M
Household Expenditure
Total annual household expenditure on pork products, showing its staple role in family budget planning.
WHY IT MATTERS
In short: These aren't just industry statistics. They represent real jobs, food security, manufacturing, trade, household choices, and thriving rural regions.
Other key facts about Spanish white pork
Economic Impact
EUR 25.8bn turnover, 9.5% of industrial GDP and EUR 2.245bn to the State.
Rural Cohesion
43% of farms and 45% of processing plants in towns with fewer than 5,000 inhabitants.
KNOWLEDGE CENTRE
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