US pork exports to Central America on record pace in 2026
April shipments up 10% as Costa Rica and Panama lead regional gains
US pork exports to Central America are on a record pace in 2026, led by robust growth in Costa Rica, Panama, Nicaragua and El Salvador, according to the US Meat Export Federation.
April exports rose 10% year over year to 17,264 metric tons, while value climbed 19% to $58.9 million. Through April, shipments to the region were up 8% to 65,554 mt, valued at $217.6 million, up 14%.