Production of beef in Ñuble fell by 3.2% in December.

The Ñuble Region experienced a contraction in its meat production during the last month of 2025, according to official figures from the National Institute of Statistics (INE). The report reveals a significant drop in total beef production, contrasting with an increase in the benefit of pork. For the complete analysis of the data impacting our region, visit: www.sancarlosonline.cl. 👉 Regional bovine production drop In December 2025, the production of beef totaled 1,358 tons, representing a year-on-year decrease of 3.2%. This figure positions Ñuble as the fourth largest beef-producing region in the country, with a 7.9% share of the national total. The benefit of cattle (slaughtered animals) was 5,653 heads, 4.4% less than in December 2024. The main categories that contributed to production were steers (44.7%) and heifers (31.2%). Main figures from the INE report: 📉 Total beef production: 1,663.1 tons (-13.4% year-on-year). 🐂 Heads of cattle benefited: 5,653 (-4.4%). 🐖 Heads of pigs .