Pig farming, once seen as a humble village trade, has grown into an industry that is worth over N500 billion in Nigeria. The global market size is estimated at $255 billion and Nigeria is the biggest producer in Africa, with an output of 9.5 million pigs annually.
From Asia to Europe, pork dominates the global meat scene, accounting for 36 percent of meat consumption, outstripping both beef and poultry, according to the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO).
The pork market, valued at $406 billion in 2025, is projected to reach $446 bil