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Argentina beef consumption falls 12% amid rising prices
Argentina is experiencing a significant decline in beef consumption, which fell by 12% during the first seven months of the year. According to CICCRA, apparent consumption reached 1.202 million tons, a decrease of 163,400 tons compared to the same period in 2025. Per capita consumption has dropped to 46.3 kilograms per year, approximately 4.8 kilograms less than a year ago.
This contraction is driven by rising prices, with beef cuts increasing by 52% year-on-year, significantly outpacing general inflation of 34%. As a result, many consumers are switching to cheaper proteins like pork. Additionally, a reduction in the cattle herd and lower slaughter rates—down 9.8% in the first seven months—have limited domestic supply.
Broadly, the Argentine retail sector is struggling. Indec data shows a decline in mass consumption, with supermarket, wholesale, and shopping center sales all seeing decreases. Regional reports highlight sharp drops in provinces like Tucumán and Entre Ríos.
In contrast, the Paraguayan livestock sector sees potential growth. Producer Martín Masi suggests that Paraguay can capitalize on sustained international demand and global cattle shortages by focusing on production efficiency and herd replenishment.
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Argentina · Asociación Argentina de Angus · Cabaña Santa Rosa · Cámara de la Industria y el Comercio de Carnes y Derivados de la República de la · INDEC · Martín Masi · Mercosur · Paraguay · Rancho Tajy · Álvaro
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The United States may open beef imports to contain domestic inflation ahead of the November elections. diariotiempo.com.ar
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Oil prices rose from the $75 range to $114 during recent tensions involving Iran. www.perfil.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Beef consumption per capita in Argentina dropped 9.4% year-on-year in July.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Rising oil prices have led investors to anticipate higher long-term interest rates in the United States. www.perfil.com
- [DISPUTED] Beef consumption per capita in Argentina has fallen to approximately 45-47 kilograms per year.
- [○ 1 SOURCE] High temperatures in France have affected corn production, potentially raising international prices. diariotiempo.com.ar
- [● 3 SOURCES] Supermarket sales decreased by 2.8% in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025. www.noticiasmisiones.com.ar · realchubut.com.ar · periodicolasheras.com.ar
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mass consumption in Argentina fell 2.6% in July compared to July 2025. ituzaingonoticias.com.ar
- [● 3 SOURCES] Wholesale self-service sales fell 1.4% in June compared to May. www.noticiasmisiones.com.ar · realchubut.com.ar · periodicolasheras.com.ar
- [○ 1 SOURCE] Mass consumption has declined for seven consecutive months. ituzaingonoticias.com.ar
- [● 3 SOURCES] Supermarket sales saw a 1% monthly decrease in June at constant prices. www.noticiasmisiones.com.ar · realchubut.com.ar · periodicolasheras.com.ar
- [● 3 SOURCES] Sales in shopping centers decreased by 6.2% in June compared to May. www.noticiasmisiones.com.ar · realchubut.com.ar · periodicolasheras.com.ar