Flood Hits 9,000 Pigs, Pork Supply Remains Stable
Flooding in eastern Thailand has affected around 9,000 pigs, but the Ministry of Commerce says pork supplies remain ample as normal market flow of nearly two million pigs per month continues. Officials report live pig and pork prices are stable, with slight declines, and they will monitor volumes and prices to prevent profiteering. Violators of price gouging face up to seven years in prison or fines up to 140,000 baht.
Flooding has affected about 9,000 pigs in eastern farms, the Ministry of Commerce said, affirming pork supply remains adequate and ordering close price monitoring. Director-General Wathanasak Suea-iam of the Department of Internal Trade said the ministry is coordinating with the Department of Livestock Development to track damage, current pig inventories, and market outflow to ensure sufficient supply for consumers. Data shows normally nearly 2 million pigs enter the market monthly, or about 63,000 daily, so the flood impact does not disrupt supply. As of October 7, 2026, live pig prices averaged 68.30 baht per kilogram and uncut pork 132.13 baht per kilogram, steady with a slight drop from the previous week. The ministry will continue monitoring volumes and prices, and inspect pork sales and related products to prevent price gouging, with violators facing up to seven years imprisonment or a fine of up to 140,000 baht.
