# Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/uruguay-cattle-market-supply-tightness > Updated: 2026-09-10T06:45:40.000Z. Sources: 33. Developments: 12. 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. Despite recent downturns in processing volumes reported by the National Meat Institute (INAC), auction demand remains robust. In late August 2026, the Agronegocios Sarandí auction achieved a 97.86% sales rate for 6,495 head of cattle. Sector activity is expanding through major exhibitions and auctions, such as the Rural del Prado exhibition and Plaza Rural’s 237th auction. Adding to this momentum, Valdés y Cía. is resuming its livestock and sheep auctions at the Ancina location following two postponements due to weather and sanitary issues. The upcoming sale includes approximately 450 cattle, 50 horses, and 100 sheep. Commercial manager Ricardo Pigurina noted high expectations for the event. In preparation for Expo Prado, the firm is introducing ‘Casa Valdéz’, a new business-focused space for client engagement, while also launching a new branch in Montevideo. Regional trends also show strength in Paraguay, where the 16th televised elite breeder fair for Ganadera La Blanca achieved a 100% sales rate, highlighting high demand for genetics, specifically Senepol bulls. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-10: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/valds-y-ca-resumes-livestock-auctions-in-uruguay ### 2026-09-02: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uruguayan-livestock-sector-sees-growth-in-exhibitions-and-auctions ### 2026-08-31: 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. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/livestock-markets-show-strong-demand-in-uruguay-and-paraguay ### 2026-08-26: 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. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/livestock-production-trends-show-shifts-in-uruguay-and-colombia ### 2026-08-21: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/livestock-auctions-show-strong-activity-in-paraguay-and-plaza-rural ### 2026-08-09: 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. 17 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/argentina-buffalo-stock-grows-25-to-205000-heads ### 2026-07-31: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/pantalla-uruguay-cattle-auction-hits-99-sales-prices-rise ### 2026-07-24: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/livestock-auction-prices-rise-in-uruguay-and-argentina ### 2026-07-21: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/plaza-rural-auction-in-uruguay-offers-15119-cattle-and-964-sheep ### 2026-07-13: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/uruguay-wool-and-livestock-markets-report-stable-prices-and-demand ### 2026-06-26: 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. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cauelas-cattle-auction-hits-489kg-uruguay-livestock-prices-adjust-modestly ### 2026-06-22: 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. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-and-uruguay-cattle-markets-stay-stable-as-supply-tightens --- Cite as: Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand. 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