The article highlights the ongoing efforts by the Argentine beef industry, represented by the Institute for the Promotion of Argentine Beef (IPCVA), to expand its export markets, particularly in Asia. IPCVA's Vice President, Mario Ravetino, emphasized the importance of negotiating Health Certificates for offal with China and pursuing access to additional Asian markets, including Japan, Korea, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia. He also mentioned the need for Halal certification for the US market to increase export quotas.
Economist David Miazzo discussed the challenges and opportunities facing the Argentine livestock sector. He noted a decrease in meat consumption due to declining purchasing power but a recent recovery prompted by lower slaughter numbers and a rebound in economic activity and wages. Miazzo also pointed out the potential for lower agricultural costs, which could benefit the livestock industry, and anticipated that grain prices would remain low, favoring livestock fattening.