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Danish pig exports increase
According to Danske Slagterier's pig breeding SEA
(Salgs- og Eksport for Avlssvin) reports, exports have increased 30% in the
accounts year 2005-06, rising to 48,500 breeding pigs from 37,500 in
2004-05.
Sales in 2005-06 increased to the traditional markets, including Germany,
Belgium and Italy. Growth was also recorded to Eastern European markets, with
Russia topping the list.
Thomas Henriksen, SEA director, said the increases were a result
of increasing globalisation and the high breeding quality of Danish pig
breeding. "Our buyers are looking for top breeding quality…SEA's goal is to
become the multiplier herd for Europe, as the market is huge," adding that SEA
to be able to attain annual export growth of 10% in the coming years.
Danish breeding pig exports:
2005/06 - 48 500
2004/05 - 37
500
2003/04 - 32 500
2002/03 - 31
500
2001/02 - 30 600
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