Bangkok: The National Swine Breeders Association has announced an increase in the base price of live pigs at the farm gate by 4 baht per kilogram across all regions. This adjustment comes as a response to a recent decline in actual trading prices, especially in the western region where prices had previously ranged between 54-56 baht per kilogram. Swine farmers are also grappling with escalating feed costs, as the current price of animal feed corn has risen to 13.20 baht per kilogram.
According to Thai News Agency, the association released the farm-gate prices of live pigs for week 22 of 2026, as of May 31, 2026 (Buddhist Era), reflecting an increase of 4 baht per kilogram from the previous week's trading levels. A clearer trend is anticipated post the Vesak Day holiday, once trading volumes normalize.
The latest pricing details reveal that farm-gate prices of live pigs stand at 58-60 baht per kilogram in the western region, 60-64 baht in the eastern region, 64-66 baht in both the northeastern and northern regions, and 64 baht in the southern region.
The National Swine Breeders Association had earlier noted that pork consumption demand has rebounded to levels similar to the first quarter of 2026, averaging around 65,000-66,000 pigs per day, following a slowdown in April. Despite improved consumer demand, farm-gate pork prices have seen only modest increases. Mr. Sittiphan Thanakiattipinyo, president of the association, mentioned that pork farmers are struggling to elevate prices to the production cost level of 70-72 baht per kilogram.
Mr. Sittiphan further indicated that the association is employing strategies to disrupt the piglet production cycle to curb market supply. They are also keeping an eye on the external supply chain, whose origins are unclear, which might influence market pricing. Additionally, they plan to send another letter to the Department of Special Investigation (DSI) regarding the progress of the illegal pig import case, as this issue could potentially affect pig prices for farmers.
Concurrently, rising prices of animal feed raw materials are a concern for pig farmers. The price of animal feed corn at feed mill silos has risen from 12.90 baht to 13.20 baht per kilogram, while farmers are selling corn with 30% moisture content at 8.50 baht per kilogram.
The prices of other significant raw materials, such as wheat, soybean meal, and fishmeal, are projected to either remain steady or increase. The association plans to address feed costs next week, recognizing it as a critical factor impacting pig production costs for farmers nationwide.