Spotlight on the South African Pork Industry

A growing industry with a global profile:

• The South African pork industry performs favourably worldwide.
• Currently South Africa imports approximately 23 000 kg of pork per annum, but this is set to change as future export markets are being investigated.
• Through international contact we stay abreast of international developments.
• A production increase of 15 – 20% over the next 5 years is predicted.

Meeting and exceeding expectations:

• With control at national and provincial levels, the pork industry is safe, efficient, active, growing in prominence, and has a high health status.
• Quality Assurance ensures high quality, safe pork.
• Processing - in complying with and being endorsed by various bodies and institutions, pork meets the standard – every time!

It’s all about staying ahead and knowing your business:

• Disease control
• Communication and training
• Creating public awareness
• Specifications for feeding and breeding
• Cutting-edge technology on the forefront of genetics
• Improved, applied technology in abattoirs

We know about pork!