ANALYSIS: Argentina’s Fresh Beef Exports Dropped 7.2% in 2025 to 713,363 mt

The latest data released by Argentina’s National Institute of Statistics and Census indicated that fresh beef exports (chilled and frozen) dropped further in December, extending the downward trend that had been in place since August and mirroring the pattern observed in the previous year. Shipments declined 14.5% MOM to 56,708 mt, standing 1.8% below December 2024 levels. On a full-year basis, fresh beef exports totaled 713,363 mt, 7.2% lower than 2024 figures.

This contraction occurred against a backdrop of tighter cattle availability and a shift in export composition, with a greater focus on higher value destinations and reduced reliance on volume driven flows, particularly to China. As a result, overall shipments remained constrained throughout the second half of the year, even as global demand conditions stayed firm.

Lamb Weston Shutters One Plant, Defers to New Production in Argentina; North American Sales Flat

As of January 8, Lamb Weston will close one potato processing facility in Munro to consolidate into its newest facility in Mar del Plata, Argentina, according to a press release from the group that supplies some of the world's largest fast-food chains. While the company realizes most of its profits in North America, officials say other markets like Argentina are growing quickly.

“These actions are part of our broader strategy to improve profitability and enhance operational efficiency across our global manufacturing network..."

ANALYSIS: Argentina’s Fresh Beef Exports Fall 7.9% MOM to 66,571 mt in October 2025

The latest data released by Argentina’s National Institute of Statistics and Census indicated that fresh beef exports (chilled and frozen) fell for the second consecutive month in October, further offsetting the gains accumulated during the steady upward trend observed from April to August. Shipments totaled 66,571 mt in October, down 7.9% compared to the previous month and 4.5% lower than...

ANALYSIS: Imported Argentine Beef to the US Figures Up YOY Ahead of Increased Quota Announcement

According to the latest Food Safety and Inspection Service Meat Passed for Entry Report, 30,300 metric tons (mt) of Argentine beef have entered the US so far in 2025. This figure represents a 13,105 mt (76.2%) increase from the same period last year.

30,300 mt is also well above the allotted 20,000 duty free quota that Argentine beef receives in the US. While this is the case, Argentina has yet to fill their quota for the year, indicating that some product...

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana’s Weekly Rundown #32

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This week, the US administration has continued to pressure trading partners like India to curb imports of Russian oil as to sanction the country during its war with Ukraine, cited Expana...

President Trump Undercuts America’s Cattle Producers

In a misguided effort to lower the price of beef in grocery stores, President Trump said he plans to increase the volume of beef being imported from Argentina. Efforts to manipulate markets only risk damaging the livelihoods of American cattlemen and women, while doing little to impact the price consumers are paying at the grocery store.

“The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and its members cannot stand behind the President while he undercuts the future of family farmers and ranchers by importing Argentinian beef in an attempt to influence prices,” said NCBA CEO Colin Woodall...

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #29

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On September 29, the US placed 50% tariffs on imports of timber, lumber, and their derivative products, according to the US Presidential Action. 

Also starting October 1, the US will be imposing 100%...

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #28

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On Tuesday in New York, US President Trump gave remarks to the United Nations General Assembly, via the White House live stream...

ANALYSIS: Argentina’s Beef Exports Rose 11.2% M-O-M in August to 70,854 mt

Argentina’s beef exports increase for the fifth consecutive month, up 11.2% month-over-month (M-O-M) to 70,854 metric tons (mt) in August, according to the latest data released by the National Institute of Statistics and Census. On a year-over-year (Y-O-Y) basis, this represents a slight 1.1% gain compared to the same period in 2024.

China remained by far the main destination for Argentina’s beef, representing 72.2% of total exports in August, reaching 51,177 mt. This is 12.1% higher than July’s figure and accounts for a marginal 0.7% increase Y-O-Y. On a year-to-date basis, China’s share of Argentina’s beef exports now stands at 69.9%, totaling...

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #25

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In the States, a federal appeals court ruled that US President Trump’s use of global tariffs exceeded presidential authority, but they remain active until at least October 14, 2025...

ANALYSIS: Rains and Larger Planted Area in Argentina Could Boost Corn Output in 2025/2026

On August 20, the Buenos Aires Grains Exchange (BAGE) reported that Argentina’s planted corn area for the 2025/2026 season could rise by 9.6% year-on-year to an estimated 7.8 million hectares.

Market participants attributed the increase to improved soil moisture following abundant rainfall, with sources noting that nearly all planted areas are rated in good/excellent condition. If realized, this would be Argentina’s second-largest corn area on record, after the 8.4 million hectares in 2023/2024...

China Extends Antidumping Investigation on Imported Beef to November 2025 

China’s antidumping investigation into imported beef will be extended until November 26, 2025, the latest announcement by China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) stated.  

Originally set to conclude in August, it will now be extended by three months “due to the large workload and complex case,” as per Announcement No. 38. 

The MOFCOM began the investigation on December 27, 2024, following a request from China’s Animal Agriculture Association and nine industry associations representing major beef-producing areas on behalf of the domestic beef sector...

Argentina’s Meatpacker Lequio Group Acquires Mattievich

Lequio, a large Argentinian meatpacker, has announced the acquisition of 80% the meatpacker Mattievich Group, which it hopes to finalize by the end of June. Both firms are already working in the merging of operations, Lequio said.

“We bought 80% of shares, not all. The livestock operations were excluded,” Leonardo Lequio told Argentinian media.

After the acquisition is complete, Lequio will have increased its slaughtering capacity to “over 4,000 cattle head per day,” the firm said.

Lequio will acquire at least six of Mattievich Group facilities across Argenitina...

Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #10

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Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #9

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Tariff Talks 2025: Expana's Weekly Rundown #4

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