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Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand

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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, with heifers commanding a higher bulk price of US$893 compared to US$886 for calves. This demand for breeding categories was supported by heavy rains in eastern Uruguay, which facilitated cattle movement to growing pastures. cattle. Sector activity is expanding through major exhibitions and auctions. The auctions, such as the Rural del Prado exhibition, scheduled to open on September 11, has seen an increase in participation with 1,445 registered animals, including 288 Angus cattle exhibition and 582 sheep. Additionally, Plaza Rural Rural’s 237th auction. Adding to this momentum, Valdés y Cía. is conducting resuming its 237th auction, offering 8,548 cattle livestock and 1,150 sheep with financing support from the Banco de la República. To mark its 25th anniversary, Plaza Rural is also running a promotion involving auctions at the giveaway of Ancina location following two electric vehicles postponements due to participating buyers weather and sellers. 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. The event highlighted rate, highlighting high demand for genetics, specifically Senepol bulls, which reached average prices between G. 19.8 million and G. 23.2 million. bulls.

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  1. 2026-09-10 17:42 UTC Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand
  2. 2026-09-04 02:59 UTC Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand
  3. 2026-09-03 00:57 UTC Uruguay and Paraguay livestock markets show strong demand
  4. 2026-08-31 05:51 UTC Uruguay cattle and wool markets remain firm and stable
  5. 2026-08-26 23:24 UTC Uruguay cattle and wool markets remain firm and stable
  6. 2026-08-22 10:57 UTC Uruguay cattle and wool markets remain firm and stable
  7. 2026-08-12 16:58 UTC Uruguay cattle and wool markets remain firm and stable
  8. 2026-08-02 05:36 UTC Uruguay cattle and wool market tightness

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