US pork exports rise 5% in October on strong Mexico demand - USMEF Shipments post highest volume and value since March29 January 2026 29 January 2026 1 minute read 1 minute read By: By: Global Ag Media North AmericaUS pork exports continued to build momentum in October, led by a record performance in leading market Mexico, according to data released by USDA and compiled by the US Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Pork exports totalled 264,657 metric tons (mt) in October, up 5% from a year ago, valued at $762.1 million (up 7%). January-October pork exports reached 2.43 million mt, just 2% below the record pace of 2024. Export value was also down 2% to $6.93 billion. But we are also hopeful that ongoing trade negotiations will remove barriers in other destinations where consumers have a growing appetite for high-quality red meat.”