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South American livestock markets and genetic advancements

Overview

Uruguay’s livestock and wool markets have maintained stability and firm pricing despite supply constraints. While annual slaughter totals for cattle and sheep remained down double-digits compared to 2025, weekly slaughter volumes showed sharp increases during the winter campaign. The wool sector reported a strong 2025/2026 harvest, with premium Merino fibers reaching US$10–11 per kilogram.

Regional genetic progress and auction activity remain central to the sector. Recent auctions have demonstrated intense demand for specialized genetics. At Cabaña Macedo’s 12th annual auction in Artigas, the entire offering of Angus and Brangus cattle was sold, with Brangus PI bulls averaging US$ 6,351 and Aberdeen Angus PI bulls averaging US$ 6,230. Notably, a lot of heifers from Sitwer Internacional, a firm owned by footballer Edinson Cavani, sold for US$ 1,740 per head. In a separate auction near Carrasco Airport, Agronegocios Sarandí reported a record-breaking price for light calves, which sold for US$ 6.42 per kilo, though business for pregnant cows was slower.

Market strength is further evidenced by the Plaza Rural consortium. Ahead of its 329th auction, which features 12,674 cattle and 1,610 sheep, agronomist Gonzalo Indarte of Indarte y Cía. noted a positive market trend. He cited increased demand from large meatpacking plants and favorable pasture conditions due to recent rainfall, contributing to rising prices for steers and cows. To celebrate its 25th anniversary, Plaza Rural is also conducting a ‘Sorteo de Oro’ giveaway involving electric vehicles for participants.

Entities

Plaza Rural · Pantalla Uruguay · Uruguay · Indarte y Cía. · Asociación Rural del Uruguay

Claims

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Timeline

  1. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Plaza Rural to auction over 12,600 cattle in Uruguay

    Plaza Rural will auction 12,674 cattle and 1,610 sheep in Uruguay on October 15-16, featuring an anniversary giveaway of electric vehicles.

  2. [BUSINESS] 7 sources
    Uruguayan livestock auctions see strong demand and record calf prices

    Livestock auctions in Uruguay report strong demand, with Cabaña Macedo selling its entire Angus and Brangus offering and a record price set for light calves in a Sarandí consortium auction.

  3. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Livestock auctions highlight cattle genetics demand in Uruguay and Paraguay

    Livestock auctions in Uruguay and Paraguay showcase strong demand for high-quality cattle genetics, including Angus, Brangus, and Braford breeds.

  4. [CULTURE] 2 sources
    Livestock demand rises in Uruguay as Seville bullfighting fair sees mixed results

    Uruguay's livestock market shows strength with high demand for female cattle, while Seville's San Miguel Fair sees artistic praise for Pablo Aguado alongside criticism of bull quality.

  5. [BUSINESS] 8 sources
    South American livestock markets show strong auction activity

    Livestock auctions in Uruguay, Paraguay, and Bolivia report strong demand, with record genetic sales in Bolivia and high-value bull auctions in Paraguay and Uruguay.

  6. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Plaza Rural sells 14,745 cattle in September auction

    Plaza Rural sold 14,745 cattle in September, meeting 98% of supply amid strong market demand and high values for various livestock categories in Uruguay.

  7. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Uruguay livestock auctions see high sales volumes at Expo Rural

    Livestock auctions at Uruguay's Expo Rural del Prado saw high success rates, with Lote 21 selling 99% of its 15,700 cattle and 1,700 sheep, while Plaza Rural achieved nearly 98% cattle placement.

  8. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Hereford cattle auctions held in Argentina and Uruguay

    Recent Hereford cattle auctions in Argentina and Uruguay saw strong participation, with Uruguay's Kiyú sale achieving a 100% sell-through rate and a 13.4% increase in average prices.

  9. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Plaza Rural to host 328th livestock auction in Montevideo

    Plaza Rural will hold its 328th livestock auction in Montevideo on September 24-25, featuring over 15,000 cattle and 699 sheep amid favorable spring weather and stable market conditions.

  10. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Brangus Association of Paraguay announces National Spring event

    The Asociación de Criadores de Brangus del Paraguay will host its National Spring event from September 30 to October 5, featuring 183 animals and auctions focused on high-value genetics.

  11. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Brahman de Corral 2026 concludes with livestock auction in Paraguay

    The Asociación Paraguaya de Criadores de Brahman is concluding its annual calendar with the Brahman de Corral 2026, featuring high-quality genetic auctions and breed excellence awards.

  12. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Agricultural technologies enhance cattle productivity in Bolivia and Paraguay

    Livestock producers in Bolivia and Paraguay are adopting new technologies, including intensive pasture finishing and antioxidant kits, to boost cattle weight gain and pregnancy rates.

  13. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Expo Prado 2026 showcases livestock excellence in Uruguay

    The Expo Prado 2026 in Uruguay featured major livestock achievements, including Grand Champion titles for Angus, Braford, and Charolais cattle, highlighting breed evolution and genetic quality.

  14. [BUSINESS] 11 sources
    South American livestock shows highlight bovine genetic advancements

    Livestock exhibitions in Bolivia, Argentina, and Paraguay are showcasing advancements in bovine genetics through major cattle auctions and weight competitions at Expocruz, ExpoBra, and Freemont.

  15. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Paraguay cattle market shows stability amid buyer caution

    Paraguay's replacement cattle market shows stability with active demand, though buyers remain cautious due to exchange rate fluctuations and conservative pricing.

  16. [BUSINESS] 6 sources
    Valdés y Cía. resumes livestock auctions in Uruguay

    Valdés y Cía. resumes livestock auctions in Uruguay with 450 cattle and 100 sheep, while introducing a new business center for Expo Prado.

  17. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Uruguayan livestock sector sees growth in exhibitions and auctions

    Uruguay's livestock sector sees growth with the Rural del Prado exhibition registering 1,445 animals and Plaza Rural hosting a major auction of over 8,500 cattle and 1,100 sheep.

  18. [BUSINESS] 4 sources
    Livestock markets show strong demand in Uruguay and Paraguay

    Livestock auctions in Uruguay and Paraguay report strong demand, with high sales rates for cattle in Uruguay and elite breeding genetics in Paraguay.

  19. [BUSINESS] 5 sources
    Livestock production trends show shifts in Uruguay and Colombia

    Livestock reports show a decline in Uruguay's cattle and sheep slaughtering activity alongside a 9.3% increase in Colombia's pig census.

  20. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Livestock auctions show strong activity in Paraguay and Plaza Rural

    Livestock auctions in Paraguay and Plaza Rural report strong activity, with Agroganadera Pukavy offering Brangus genetics and Plaza Rural seeing high sales volumes and rising cattle prices.

  21. [BUSINESS] 17 sources
    South American livestock markets show firm beef prices and buffalo growth

    South American livestock markets show firm beef prices in Brazil and Uruguay, while Argentina sees a 25% surge in buffalo stocks and Brazil reports significant genetic gains in buffalo milk production.

  22. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Pantalla Uruguay cattle auction hits 99% sales, prices rise

    Pantalla Uruguay’s cattle auction sold over 99% of 8,800 animals, with average calf prices rising 5% and strong demand signaling a robust Uruguayan livestock market.

  23. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Livestock auction prices rise in Uruguay and Argentina

    Uruguay's Plaza Rural auction logged high calf prices up to US$5.02, while Argentina's Mercado Agroganadero published definitive cattle prices for 24 July 2026, both indicating strong market demand.

  24. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Plaza Rural auction in Uruguay offers 15,119 cattle and 964 sheep

    Plaza Rural's July auction in Montevideo offered over 15,000 cattle and 964 sheep, while Expo Prado 2026 will host more than 3,000 registered livestock.

  25. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    Uruguay wool and livestock markets report stable prices and demand

    Uruguay's wool harvest ends with stable, higher prices and new certification focus, while cattle and sheep markets see modest price gains and increased slaughter in early July.

  26. [BUSINESS] 2 sources
    Cañuelas cattle auction hits $4.89/kg; Uruguay livestock prices adjust modestly

    Argentina's Cañuelas market saw a $4.89/kg peak for special novillitos, while Uruguay reported slight livestock price tweaks and a notable rise in weekly cattle and sheep slaughter volumes.

  27. [BUSINESS] 3 sources
    U.S. and Uruguay cattle markets stay stable as supply tightens

    Uruguay’s cattle market saw slight price dips and higher slaughter, while U.S. feedlots hold the second‑largest inventory despite a 10% entry drop, reflecting tight animal supply in both regions.

Sources

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