Chile: Sheep and goat producers warn that consumer prices will remain high

Published 2024년 9월 11일

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Félix Cancino López, president of the Federation of Sheep and Goat Cooperatives and Associations of Chile, reported a decline in meat production due to wild dog attacks, cattle rustling, and limited slaughterhouse capacity. He noted a drop in prices compared to previous years and called for public policies to support producers. Cancino also highlighted issues with insurance coverage for livestock losses and the high costs of slaughtering, while expressing concerns about increased cattle theft during national holidays and urging producers to report such crimes.

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The president of the Federation of Sheep and Goat Cooperatives and Associations of Chile, Félix Cancino López, observed that the production of meat from this livestock has experienced a decline in the consumer market compared to previous years. He attributed this situation to attacks by wild dogs and cattle rustling, in addition to the difficulties in slaughtering the meat due to the lack of capacity in the slaughterhouses. According to Félix Cancino, "prices have so far experienced a decline compared to one or two years ago, both wholesale and retail." However, he noted that "at this time the central zone is producing and delivering lamb. There are even marketers who buy in that area to bring to the south." The representative also highlighted the availability of food in the central zone "which is good, because there are still food backlogs. There has been no major impact." WILD DOGS However, the union leader pointed to the damage caused to livestock by attacks by wild dogs and ...

Source: Portaldelcampo