the The time to knock on doors and walk out with your bag to sell is here more than ever for Argentine agriculture. Even in the context of geopolitical conflict between major world powers, The state is not in a position to waste any market or any product. This is clear to the champions of the agro-industrial chain who sent this message to various levels of government.
There is a clear economic reality. Between January and October, agricultural chains contributed 83% of the net foreign exchange entering the country, worth US$38,303 million.According to a poll conducted by The Economist magazine. David Miazzo Which analyzed the balance of the exchange market at the central bank.
Despite the growth witnessed in activities such as mining and energy, Agriculture is responsible No. 1 for dollars entering the country to export goods.
But this contribution could be greater if the various negotiations conducted by both the public and private sectors were concluded. For example, The biodiesel industry proposed to the State Department to implement an agreement with the United States to limit a certain volume of entry into the North American market.. As is known, the closure of the destination began nine years ago due to various anti-dumping measures. Sales represent US$1.2 billion. These days, one of the sources explained, “The United States imports biodiesel, despite its large production, but it can buy from us again.” The aim is to reach an agreement similar to that reached with the European Union.
It is important to preserve it Focus on biofuels because it maintains demand for the oilseed complex.
It is needed not only from the United States, but also from China. this week Chinese Agricultural Business Day at the Buenos Aires Grain Exchangewith heroes of public and private activity. It is estimated that “Argentina is able to increase its exports by up to $3 billion annually to China if the bilateral agenda advances.” Today, soybeans and meat account for most shipments.
Argentina has a disadvantage compared to other countries that trade with the Asian giant: by not having a trade agreement to reduce tariffs, a large portion of the products sent to that country enters at an additional price. Berries, peanuts and wine, among others, are underutilized exports.
“We want to import more value-added products,” he said. An GuangweiEconomic and Commercial Counselor of the Chinese Embassy in Argentina. Chinese officials are known to not speak much in public, so this is a message to take into consideration.
But China has also raised minimum health requirements. “Full traceability from lot to port must be ensured and shared,” explained Gustavo Idigoras, President of CIARA-CEC.at the meeting. Although purchasing has been limited, corn and wheat markets are now open. Any health setback would jeopardize access.
the Seed genetics It’s another one of the open opportunities. “Argentina and China can produce seeds during the off-season. This allows us to provide materials before the season and this is an essential tool,” he explained. Manuel Chiappe, Undersecretary of the Ministry of Agricultural and Forestry Production.
In addition to China, giants such as India and Southeast Asian countries represent more than just attractive destinations for Argentina’s export offer. The economic growth of these countries represents an improvement in the type of diet of their population. This has a more significant effect on animal proteins. For example, Demand for beef continues to rise. Contrary to what some experts predicted a few years ago that meat consumption would decline due to consumer preference for supposedly healthier options or environmental decisions, it does not stop growing. There has even been talk about the potential of artificial meat. All you have to do is look at the Nasdaq stock’s evolution in the last year for Beyond Meat, the company that promised a meat-free world: its shares fell 73.3 percent.. Of course, consumer preferences and new market trends should not be ignored, but hasty expectations can lead to a collision with reality.