# Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum in Uruguay

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/regional-grasslands-and-herders-forum-in-uruguay
> Updated: 2026-10-07T14:08:41.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

In late September 2026, Punta del Este, Uruguay, hosted the Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum. The event brought together approximately 400 participants to discuss food production, biodiversity conservation, rural development, and climate change resilience.

Organized by several Uruguayan ministries and the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO), the forum served as part of the International Year of Grasslands and Herders 2026. During the opening, Uruguayan Minister of Livestock, Agriculture and Fisheries Alfredo Fratti noted that natural grasslands cover about 55% of Uruguay's territory and support nearly 70% of the country's agricultural establishments.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-07: Paysandú and Posadas host regional congresses on governance and urban forestry

Regional congresses are being held in Paysandú, Uruguay, for national councilors, and in Posadas, Argentina, focusing on urban forestry and climate change resilience.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/paysand-and-posadas-host-regional-congresses-on-governance-and-urban-forestry

### 2026-09-29: Punta del Este hosts Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum

The Regional Grasslands and Herders Forum opened in Punta del Este, Uruguay, focusing on food production, biodiversity, and climate resilience in managed grasslands.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/punta-del-este-hosts-regional-grasslands-and-herders-forum

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