Due to the temporary suspension of Brazilian beef exports to China due to a 'mad cow' case, Uruguay is poised to benefit, while Argentina's poultry industry faces challenges from avian influenza and inflation. The General Index of the Cañuelas Agricultural and Livestock Market (IGMAG) reflects these challenges. Authorities are negotiating with major buyers of Argentine poultry meat to resume shipments promptly, though full recovery is not expected for at least two months. The additional poultry meat supply is aiding in inflation control, a situation worsened by monetary issue. In Uruguay, farm prices are recovering, with demand remaining fluid and water restriction impacting the supply of cows. The Uruguayan government is considering suspending the collection of certain taxes and delaying the payment of rural insurance expiration to address financial challenges faced by the agricultural sector.