Agriculture & Food
'Agreement on a Green Denmark', which sets the course of action for the future food production
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Meat in dietary guidelines: Still room for pork
A closer look at the quantity recommendations by various countries makes it clear that pork still has a role to play.
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News article, 29.September 2025
Productivity increase in pig production
Experts expect Danish pig production to increase by almost 4 per cent this year. Exports are also expected to rise.
News article, 29.September 2025
Danish meat producers call for dialogue
The industry will use this year’s Anuga to highlight its commitment to sustainability and climate protection.
News article, 29.September 2025
Low level antibiotic consumption in Denmark
For more than 30 years, an effective concept has ensured that the use of antibiotics in livestock production – and therefore in pig production – has remained significantly low.
News article, 29.September 2025
Compensation will mean more pigs get to keep a curl in their tail
Danish pig producers will be able to receive DKK 50 in compensation per pig produced with an intact tail.
News article, 29.September 2025
Celery puré, vegetables and pork collar
Preparation time: Approx. 1 hour
News article, 26.May 2025
Denmark is set to meet the climate target by 2030
Denmark will meet its climate target of a 70 per cent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030, ministry estimates in a new projection
News article, 26.May 2025
DKK 37 million for research project to support the green transition
New research project to assist Danish farmers and local actors with the green transition
News article, 26.May 2025
Meat in dietary guidelines: still room for pork on the plate
An example of selected European dietary guidelines
News article, 26.May 2025
WelFarmers – Our commitment is rooted in showing respect for pigs
Dr. Vivi Aarestrup Moustsen, Chief Scientist at SEGES Innovation, is participating in the EU-funded welfare project, WelFarmers
News article, 26.May 2025
Pig producer want intact tails and focus on better welfare
As part of the Danish pig industry’s project, "United Around Intact Tails" (Sammen om hele haler), Jacob Drehn is in the process of trialling intact tails
News article, 26.May 2025
Pork on the BBQ
Just right for warm summer evenings.
News article, 30.April 2025
Masterclass: a driving force in Danish pig production
Part of DAFC Pig Sector’s 'Vision for the Future of Pig Production' is to equip the industry’s future generations.
Benchmark for pig production
See how EU-countries work with animal welfare, food safety, sustainability and quality ensurance.
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Statistics
Get a statistical overview of the Danish pig industry. The data presented in the charts covers the years 2012 to date.
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Market Reports
Weekly market reports on the global pig market
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