The article highlights the concerns of Marcos Pereira, president of the Consortium of Livestock Farmers for Agricultural Experimentation (CEA), and Randy Ross, general manager of the Chortitzer Ltda. Cooperative, about a potential local meat shortage in Paraguay due to a fast slaughter rate, production chain delays from last year's drought and fires, and issues with corn prices. They note that the national cattle herd has declined, and the industry is unsure if animals will run out by the end of the year. The small and large-scale cattle farming sectors are facing challenges, including confinement and pasture management, but there is optimism for the industry with expanding markets and good prices.