Chinese import demand helps pig prices hold firm

Pig prices are about 10 per cent higher than a year ago, according to the latest market commentary by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS).

Ewan Pate
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Chinese import demand helps pig prices hold firm

Pig prices are about 10 per cent higher than a year ago, according to the latest market commentary by Quality Meat Scotland (QMS). Producer prices have also been remarkably stable throughout 2020 but...

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