BIRD FLU Some 260,000 birds killed by avian influenza in Argentina 09-03-2023 18:13 Some 260,000 birds, mostly chickens, have died in recent days in Argentina as avian influenza continues to spread among poultry.
BIRD FLU Government suspends all poultry exports after bird flu finding 01-03-2023 10:29 Argentina self-suspends export of all chicken products after Senasa health body confirms first positive case of avian influenza in industrial poultry.
WAR IN UKRAINE: ONE YEAR ON Argentina's trade with Ukraine and Russia down 40% since outbreak of war 23-02-2023 23:51 Trade with Russia and Ukraine has slumped by more than 40% since war broke out 12 months ago.
Beef Export Brazil suspends beef exports to China after mad cow case 23-02-2023 16:39 Brazil, the world’s biggest beef exporter, is halting exports of the red meat to China starting Thursday after confirming a case of the animal illness known as mad cow disease.
AGRICULTURE & ECONOMY Argentine grain harvests threatened by persistent drought 16-01-2023 17:53 Drought fears realised as Argentina loses half of soybean crop in main growing area; Experts warn that "economic losses will be substantial," with grain exports expected to slump by 21% in "best-case" scenario.
OPINION 2022: the errors of the economists 29-12-2022 02:31 The time has come to do what economists find so uncomfortable and what I find so useful: the annual balance sheet of predictions by Gustavo González
MEAT EXPORTS In Uruguay, an effort to save horses from foreign plates 28-12-2022 13:07 The Santuarios Primitivo NGO is doing its best to rescue horses in Uruguay, where slaughter of the beloved animals is increasing rapidly.
AGRICULTURE Agricultural producers count the cost of prolonged drought 04-11-2022 10:05 As much as 75% of agricultural land has been affected by drought, as a La Niña weather pattern persists and the effects of climate change intensify.
DIPLOMACY Indonesian Embassy in Argentina celebrates independence day 24-09-2022 13:43 Ambassador Niniek Kun Naryatie hosts traditional dance performance to commemorate the nation’s 77th anniversary. by Sam Forster
AGRICULTURE China scoops up cheaper Argentina soybeans as US harvest begins 21-09-2022 15:20 China, the world's biggest soybean importer, has greatly increased purchases from Argentina, just as US farmers begin to harvest their crop.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Argentina's second-quarter economic growth surpasses expectations 21-09-2022 15:07 Economy grew more than expected in the second quarter of the year as rising commodity prices boosted exports.
AGRICULTURE Government eyes FX incentive for soy exporters in bid for dollars 01-09-2022 01:44 Government may introduce temporary exchange rate for soy exporters in September in a bid to boost its dollar holdings and Central Bank's cash reserves.
latin america Guatemala president warns millions could die as visits Ukraine 26-07-2022 16:34 Guatemalan president warns of potential deaths from “food crisis” caused by Russian invasion, in Ukraine visit.
EDITORIAL A motley crew – in the air and on the ground 18-06-2022 07:53 A Venezuelan cargo plane with mysterious Iranians is a random factor entering out of the blue for a government sinking ever deeper into the red, concealing as much as reflecting more substantial issues.
BLOOMBERG As rivals turn screws on mining, Argentina puts out welcome mat 11-05-2022 23:35 Government turns to capital-control loopholes and tax breaks, eyeing export boost as neighbours look to raise mine taxes.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Exports soared to record high in March 21-04-2022 17:29 Argentina exported a record US$7.352 billion last month – 28.5% more than in the previous month.
STRIKE CAUSES CHAOS Haulage strike that paralysed farming exports lifted 15-04-2022 00:37 Four-day strike by Argentine grain transporters, demanding higher freight rates in the face of rising diesel prices due to war in Ukraine, had paralysed local farming exports.
Bloomberg Wartime sunflower boom beckons for farmers on Argentina’s pampas plains 06-04-2022 15:21 Argentina is poised for a sunflower boom as farmers recalibrate plans in the wake of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
AGRICULTURE Government suspends soybean exports as prices rise 14-03-2022 13:09 Argentina's government announced on Monday it had suspended exports of soybean flour and oil amid rumours it's planning to hike taxes due to soaring primary material costs.
FOOD & WINE 2021 was record year for Argentine wine exports, says Foreign Ministry 23-01-2022 08:39 Argentina's bottled wine exports hit a historic high in 2021 worth US$817 million, according to Foreign Ministry.
ECONOMIC INDICATORS Argentina's trade surplus up by 17.7% in 2021 21-01-2022 22:49 Argentina closed out 2021 with a trade volume of US$141 billion, its biggest since 2013, and a surplus of almost US$15 billion, 17% higher than the previous year.
AGRICULTURE Drought could trim a third of Argentina’s economic growth this year 18-01-2022 15:47 Dryness that’s parching soybeans and corn across Argentina’s Pampas crop belt will shave US$4.8 billion off the nation’s gross domestic product this year, according to one of the first analyses of the economic impact of the drought.
MINING & ENVIRONMENT Argentina wants to triple mining exports, despite social conflicts 12-01-2022 22:31 Government introducing new incentives to grow the sector over next decade, but social and environmental organisations warn of impact. by Javier Lewkowicz, Diálogo Chino
BEEF EXPORT BAN Producers slam government’s ‘omnipresence’ as beef export ban is extended 03-01-2022 14:20 Agriculture, Livestock & Fisheries Ministry blocks selling of seven cuts overseas until end of 2023, sparking anger from producers who demand “free exports.”
BLOOMBERG Argentina extends export ban on popular beef cuts to tame local prices 03-01-2022 13:59 Argentina extended an export ban on seven beef cuts until the end of 2023, doubling down on its efforts to tame meat prices for local consumers.
ECONOMY MINISTER Martín Guzmán: ‘There will be no devaluation’ 25-10-2021 11:02 Argentina’s economy minister plays down rumours of an upcoming devaluation, declares that record US$57-billion IMF credit-line was “a political loan” that helped finance Mauricio Macri’s re-election campaign.
AGRICULTURE Government says maize exports are 'open,' despite new rules 14-10-2021 12:41 Farmers oppose imposition of new registration requirements for maize exports; Record 60.5 million tones forecast for 2020-2021 harvest.
BEEF EXPORTS ROW Argentina to allow resumption of beef exports to China 29-09-2021 15:47 Government to allow cattle farmers to resume exporting beef to China, adjusting cap on exports it imposed in May to limit rising prices in the domestic market.
BLOOMBERG China’s limited beef options imply Brazil will be brief 06-09-2021 14:09 China’s beef supply options are shrinking after the latest move by Brazil to halt exports there following the discovery of two cases of mad cow disease.
BEEF EXPORTS Government extends beef export limits, producers threaten response 31-08-2021 15:23 Argentina’s government on Tuesday extended beef export restrictions until the end of October, prompting an angry response from producers.
Hidrovía Paraná-Paraguay Government hands control of Paraná-Paraguay waterway to port agency 03-07-2021 00:21 Alberto Fernández administration nationalises management of the Hidrovía Paraná-Paraguay waterway by decree for 12 months.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Government announces partial re-opening of beef exports 22-06-2021 17:35 Gradual reopening of beef exports approved but under a new quota system, with number of cuts reserved for the domestic market.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Kulfas: Suspension on beef exports could be lifted next week 19-06-2021 09:36 Productive Development Ministry hints deal with meatpackers that would allow re-opening exports could be announced soon, in conjunction with cattle-breeding plan to boost production.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Beef exports: Government, meatpackers close in on agreement to lift ban 17-06-2021 10:19 Productive Development Ministry hints that deal to reopen exports could be announced soon, in conjunction with cattle-breeding plan to boost production
AGRICULTURE IN BRAZIL Historic drought threatens Brazil's economy 10-06-2021 08:00 Worst drought in nearly a century to hit two key regions in Brazil is wreaking havoc on hydroelectric dams and crops – and threatening country's nascent pandemic recovery.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Cattle farmers end strike over beef exports ban 03-06-2021 13:45 Federación Agraria Argentina announces resumption of deliveries and end to two-week halt on beef sales, while seeking an urgent meeting with President Alberto Fernández.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Cattle farmers extend strike action amid beef exports row 29-05-2021 10:58 Cattle farmers have extended their suspension of cow sales to abattoirs until this Wednesday, continuing their protest against a government-imposed pause on exports, designed to moderate skyrocketing domestic meat prices.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Beef becomes bone of contention as prices soar 22-05-2021 10:04 Argentina, recognised worldwide as a top flight grass-fed beef producer, is the world's number four beef exporter. It made US$3.4 billion in 2020 beef sales, with much going to Russia and China.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Cattle farmers strike against government’s ban on beef exports 22-05-2021 09:23 President Alberto Fernández defends decision to block beef exports for 30 days due to rising prices; Angry pushback from industry groups.
BEEF EXPORT BAN Argentina’s beef ban: a double-edged sword for competitors 22-05-2021 00:00 Decision to suspend beef exports temporarily presents competitors in Latin America with an opportunity – but it will also push up prices in their domestic markets.
SUPPLY LINES Beef-export ban to stoke steak prices worldwide 21-05-2021 13:31 Argentina’s unorthodox beef-export ban is the latest disruption to supply chains that is forcing consumers to pay higher prices for meat.
BLOOMBERG – ANALYSIS Inflation near 50% puts Argentina on path that failed before 20-05-2021 16:04 Argentina’s new ban on exports of its famed beef won’t quell runaway inflation if previous interventions are any guide.
AGRICULTURAL TENSIONS Meat producers announce strike in response to beef exports ban 18-05-2021 14:37 Liaison Commission for Agricultural Entities announces "cessation of all categories of cattle trade" from midnight on Thursday to May 28 in response to a month-long government suspension on exports.
Bloomberg Beef only for Argentines, government says after halting exports 18-05-2021 10:56 Measure shows that the government is willing to sacrifice much-needed dollars from exports to appease local consumers ahead of a key midterm election later this year.
NEW MEASURES Government to suspend beef exports for at least 30 days 17-05-2021 22:44 Argentina's government is to suspend beef exports for at least 30 days, multiple outlets reported late Monday night.
BLOOMBERG Australia’s spat with China opens door for grain rival Argentina 04-05-2021 21:48 Farmers in Argentina are pouncing on a trade feud between grain rival Australia and voracious crop buyer China.
Bloomberg Soy-shipping turmoil deepens with transport minister's death 29-04-2021 23:40 Argentine farmers struggling to ship their crops through increasingly shallow rivers may soon face a new obstacle: one of the world’s key soy waterways needs to be dredged, and there’s no firm plan for who will do it.
Medical Marijuana Jujuy governor encourages tobacco producers to switch to cannabis 12-04-2021 09:00 Jujuy Province Governor Gerardo Morales has suggested that tobacco farmers begin growing cannabis instead, potentially opening up a multi-million-dollar market – but the province's tobacco chamber isn't fully on board.
MERCOSUR AT 30: ANALYSIS Thirty years on since its founding, Mercosur faces uncertain future 27-03-2021 07:17 Regional bloc celebrates its 30th birthday weakened by differences, with its partners unprepared for post-pandemic world.