Beef Export Performance
The country shipped 153,000 tonnes of beef products to 39 international markets, generating $755 million in revenue, representing an increase from the previous year's 132,700 tonnes valued at $706 million.
Paraguay Meat Industry Headlines
Tuesday 15 January 2026
Annual Beef Export Growth
Beef shipments reached 153,000 tonnes across 39 destination countries, earning $755 million compared to the prior year's figures of 132,700 tonnes and $706 million in export value.
Agricultural Land Dispute
Authorities have filed charges against eight of fourteen farmers involved in a land conflict at a soybean farm that resulted in seventeen casualties.
Dairy Industry Development
Deputy Minister Armin Hamann states that the nation's dairy sector has the capacity to compete globally and export premium milk products to international markets.
Economic Growth Forecast
Economic analysts project an 11.3% expansion in 2026, driven primarily by the agricultural sector's robust performance.
Beef Trade Recovery
Following disruptions caused by disease concerns, beef exports have rebounded strongly in 2025, with shipments reaching 124,141 tonnes in the first eight months.
Export Volume Increases
After overcoming health-related trade barriers, exports totaled 124,141 tonnes swt during the January-August period, marking a significant recovery.
Russian Market Access
Ten processing facilities have received authorization to export chilled boneless beef to Russia and the Customs Union markets.
Processing Facilities Approved
A total of ten establishments have been cleared to ship chilled boneless beef products to Russian and Customs Union territories.
Chilean Market Reopening
Chile is eager to resume meat imports as quickly as possible, which is expected to result in lower domestic prices for consumers.
Export Volume Decline
Beef shipments during the January-June period fell 7.2% year-over-year to 83,667 tonnes swt, with previous disease detection continuing to affect trade volumes.