Feeding the growth of Timor-Leste’s vital pig market

Pigs are ubiquitous in Timor- Leste, reared for cultural ceremonies, as a store of wealth and to generate income. Before the outbreak of African Swine Fever in 2019, 68 per cent of rural households raised pigs. Pork is an important part of the Timorese diet, with each person in Timor-Leste consuming close to 11.5.kg of pork every year. Demand for pork surpasses domestic production, which was approximately 1,579 tonnes worth USD3.4 million (AUD5.1 million) in 2023.

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