Quarterly update: Pig prices will fall, and rise, in 2021

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John Strak Editor Whole Hog | www.porkinfo.com
It looks like the world of pigs will feel the effects of Covid-19 and ASF a little longer in 2021. - Illustration: Shutterstock
It looks like the world of pigs will feel the effects of Covid-19 and ASF a little longer in 2021. - Illustration: Shutterstock
2020 was characterised by Covid-19 affecting every aspect of our lives. It left a strong impression on pig prices, exacerbating the global effects of that other virus – African Swine Fever. Will the situation for 2021 be any better? Pig market expert Dr John Strak looks back and ahead. May I use this opportunity to wish all my readers a happy and healthy New Year. We all need that – as a minimum. I will not dwell on the terrible effects of Covid-19 in 2020 beyond saying that I pray that thi


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