British Pork Secures £19 Million Export Deal with Mexico

British Pork Secures £19 Million Export Deal with Mexico

London, UK – British pork producers are set to benefit from a major trade breakthrough as the UK government announces a new £19 million export agreement with Mexico. The deal, confirmed by the Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra), will allow 12 approved businesses across England and Northern Ireland to export premium pork products to the Mexican market.

This agreement includes access for pork cuts, offal, and edible by-products, supporting the UK’s ambition to expand its global food and drink exports. The move is expected to boost farmgate prices, optimise carcass value, and strengthen the UK’s position as a supplier of high-welfare, high-quality pork.

“British pork is renowned for its exceptional quality and high welfare standards, so it’s no surprise to see global demand continuing to grow,” said Daniel Zeichner, Minister for Food Security and Rural Affairs. “This is a tremendous win for our pork producers.”

The deal follows the UK’s recent success in resuming pork exports to China and forms part of the government’s wider Plan for Change, aimed at supporting rural economies and unlocking new trade opportunities.

Gareth Thomas, Exports Minister, added:

“This is a £20 million win for British farming and a clear example of how we’re removing trade barriers and delivering fast results for UK producers.”

The agreement also marks the first time Northern Irish pork exporters will have access to the Mexican market, further enhancing the UK’s agricultural export footprint.