2025 proved to be another strong year for U.S. pork exports, with a volume of 2.9 million metric tons. This is three percent shy of the 2024 record, but it was still the third highest on record. Value was three percent down from 2024’s record but the second highest overall at $8.4 billion. Andy Tauer, vice president of international market development at the National Pork Board, said the industry continues to see sustained demand for U.S. pork in the Western Hemisphere.
The U.S. Meat Export Federation works closely with the pork industry as a key partner in expanding and strengthening export markets for U.S. pork around the world. Tauer said one area that is bringing value and profit opportunities is the pork loin in Japan.
Variety meats add value to the carcass since they are not consumed in the U.S. USMEF reports that December variety meat exports increased year-over-year to the Philippines, Central America, Colombia, Japan, and the Dominican Republic. 2025 year-end data indicate volume was down seven percent to more than 547,000 metric tons, and value declined nine percent to $1.18 billion. Tauer said this adds overall value to the carcass.
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