In 2023, Paraguay saw a significant movement of 18,078 sheep, primarily in the Boquerón department, according to the National Animal Quality and Health Service (Senacsa). This data was collected after the formalization of small livestock in the same year. The public sector views these numbers as positive, with expectations of tripling this figure with the introduction of a dedicated meat processing plant. The movement of goats also saw a substantial number, reaching 2,791 heads.