This document summarizes the update on pig value chain development in Vietnam. It discusses (1) the importance of pigs in Vietnam due to rising incomes and pork consumption, smallholder production, and policy challenges; (2) projected increases in pork supply from large-scale producers; and (3) proposed priority outcomes, research outputs, activities, and gaps for the project from 2012-2014, which include assessing constraints, identifying best interventions, building capacity, and influencing development decisions.