On March 13, an agreement was reached in Argentina involving transporters, cargo providers, and mediators to adjust the reference rate for transportation services, setting the freight cost for 400 kilometers at $39,048/ton. This adjustment, published in the Official Gazette, significantly increases the transportation cost of corn to 25.5% of its gross value, up from 19.2% the previous year, thereby reducing the competitiveness of Argentine agricultural companies. This issue is compounded by the lack of price adjustments in agricultural goods and services and a decrease in international grain prices. Despite this, automotive freight transportation in Argentina remains a deregulated activity, with the state playing a limited role, and the rates being indicative, allowing for negotiation between parties.