News of exports

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.”

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.