Livestock auction prices rise in Uruguay and Argentina

At Uruguay's Plaza Rural auction, calves and young steers saw strong demand, with light calves selling up to US$5.02 per kilogram and an average price of US$4.11. The auction reported a 97.7% overall placement for calves and full placement for young steers across all categories.

In Argentina, the Mercado Agroganadero released the definitive prices for cattle traded on 24 July 2026. The report details final values for each animal class, providing a key benchmark for producers, consignors and market operators in the Argentine beef sector.