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Live Hog Prices on November 4: Increase in the North; Market Shows Signs of Recovery
November 4, 2026
[Vietnam Livestock] – On November 4, live hog prices showed a positive trend in the North and several localities across the Central and Central Highlands regions, following a period of sharp declines. Prices rose by as much as 4,000 VND/kg, reaching 47,000 VND/kg in some provinces, while the market in the South remained stable. In the North, live hog prices increased by 1,000–4,000 VND/kg in most areas, bringing the regional trading range to 45,000–47,000 VND/kg.
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Following a sharp decline in October, prices have begun to recover; however, this recovery is uneven across different regions, even as the supply of market-ready pigs continues to be bolstered by herd restocking efforts. According to the General Statistics Office, as of the first 10 months of 2026, pig herds in many localities have increased compared to the same period last year:
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Furthermore, African Swine Fever remains a potential threat to production. With consumer demand expected to rise toward the end of the year, future price trends will depend on market purchasing power, the supply of pigs ready for slaughter, and the effectiveness of disease control measures.
Live Hog Prices on November 4: Increase in the North; Market Shows Signs of Recovery
November 4, 2026
[Vietnam Livestock] – On November 4, live hog prices showed a positive trend in the North and several localities across the Central and Central Highlands regions, following a period of sharp declines. Prices rose by as much as 4,000 VND/kg, reaching 47,000 VND/kg in some provinces, while the market in the South remained stable. In the North, live hog prices increased by 1,000–4,000 VND/kg in most areas, bringing the regional trading range to 45,000–47,000 VND/kg.
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Following a sharp decline in October, prices have begun to recover; however, this recovery is uneven across different regions, even as the supply of market-ready pigs continues to be bolstered by herd restocking efforts. According to the General Statistics Office, as of the first 10 months of 2026, pig herds in many localities have increased compared to the same period last year:
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Furthermore, African Swine Fever remains a potential threat to production. With consumer demand expected to rise toward the end of the year, future price trends will depend on market purchasing power, the supply of pigs ready for slaughter, and the effectiveness of disease control measures.