When it comes to countries with high pork prices, South Korea is undoubtedly among them. There is even an online saying that "Koreans can't afford meat." While this is a joke, it does reflect the high cost of meat in South Korea. Particularly in 2021, due to the impact of FW, the price of pork belly in some large supermarkets exceeded 20,000 KRW per jin (approximately 115 RMB), and the daily price of pork was also significantly higher than in China.
This can be attributed to several key factors. First, South Korea has a high population density but limited land resources, with fragmented agricultural plots making large-scale livestock farming inherently challenging. Additionally, the country's pig farming industry has seen little improvement over the past decade and still lags significantly behind Western countries. Furthermore, the cost of pig farming has surged dramatically. As an industrialized nation, South Korea heavily relies on imported feed, and when global prices for corn, soybean meal, and other essential commodities soared, local farming costs also skyrocketed.
Overall, China and South Korea face similar challenges in the pig farming industry. Farmers in both countries struggle with the same question: how to improve production efficiency and reduce farming costs? In recent years, an increasing number of pig farms have turned to smart management solutions to address the operational challenges in the production process.
On September 17, 2023, FPF Future Pig Farm's intelligent hardware and software solutions were officially launched at Rose Farm (ROSE FARM) in Pyeongtaek, Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. This marks the first overseas project of FPF Future Pig Farm, symbolizing its expansion beyond China to serve the global market.
Rose Farm (ROSE FARM) is a modern pig farm in South Korea with over 1,200 breeding sows and fully automated farming equipment. It has achieved efficient and convenient pig farming through advanced management systems in areas such as personnel management, goods disinfection, and waste gas treatment. Additionally, the farm integrates intelligent environmental control and smart feeding systems, ensuring comprehensive animal welfare protection.
FPF Future Pig Farm's intelligent hardware and software solutions have been operating at Rose Farm (ROSE FARM) for over five months. How effective have they been?
Rose Farm (ROSE FARM) has implemented three key FPF Future Pig Farm devices: Precision Feeder, Feed Residue Monitor, and Estrus Detector.
- Precision Feeder: Provides scheduled and precise feeding, catering to the individual needs of each pig.
- Feed Residue Monitor: Detects leftover feed in troughs, helping to reduce feed waste.
- Estrus Detector: Monitors estrus status in real-time, automatically sending breeding task notifications to mobile devices.
"The AI sensors can recognize each pig’s food intake, allowing precise control over feeding quantities to reduce feed costs. Additionally, analyzing this data enables more accurate and standardized farm management, facilitating timely adjustments in feeding strategies," said a representative from Rose Farm (ROSE FARM).
Regarding the application of smart technology in livestock farming, the representative of Rose Farm (ROSE FARM) highlighted that as intelligent technology continues to advance, the pig farming environment has improved significantly. This not only enhances the industry's public image but also makes pig farming a more comfortable and efficient profession for those working in the field.
After the launch of FPF Future Pig Farm's intelligent hardware and software solutions at South Korean pig farms, a delegation of South Korean pig farming enterprises visited Yangxiang Company’s full industry chain project in Nansha, Guangzhou, on September 23-24, 2023. During the visit, they conducted an in-depth investigation into the practices of vertical pig farming, key technologies, compatibility and applicability, personnel allocation, and feed nutrition. The delegation also had detailed discussions with the company regarding potential collaboration models.
As of 2023, FPF Future Pig Farm's intelligent hardware and software solutions have been implemented in over 20 enterprises both domestically and internationally. The technology is applied in more than 300 breeding sow farms and 1,900 pig farms. The total number of devices in operation exceeds 200,000 units, with more than 12,000 active users and services extended to over 5 million pigs.
Intelligent Pig Farming: The Future is Here
As the pig farming industry becomes increasingly "intense" and competitive, smart technologies may be the key to gaining a competitive edge. Implementing intelligent solutions is an important strategy to create differentiation and enhance farm competitiveness in this rapidly evolving market.