 Summer and fall farrowing intentions are down 2.5% and 0.5% respectively from actual farrowings last year, suggesting producer restraint from expansion. The USDA forecasts U.S. per capita pork consumption at 50.6 pounds per person in 2024, falling to 50.3 pounds per person in 2025, reflecting continued concerns for consumer purchasing power in the face of inflation, the availability of pork, and strong export demand.