China dominates fishing in South American Waters
Giant squid, squid or Dosidicus gigas, measures up to 3 meters in length and can reach 50 kilos in weight. It is one of the main species of the southeastern Pacific Ocean, and at the same time, it is one of the species with the most significant commercial pressure in the world. Thousands of tons are extracted annually, a large part from the international waters located off Ecuador, Peru and Chile. The main player behind that voracious appetite is China: it has a declared fleet of 671 ships. The squid catch…
The Vestey Meat Empire in South America
The Vestey Brothers were once the largest meat retailers in the world The company once controlled one-third of the refrigerated storage capacity in Britain and two-thirds of multiple butcher shops. It accounted for 20 per cent of all meat imported into Britain. Origins and early growth William Vestey (1859 – 1940) and Edmund Hoyle Vestey (1866 – 1954) were born to Samuel Vestey, a Liverpool provisions merchant. William Vestey William Vestey was sent to Chicago to scout for opportunities in 1876. He was…
Americans are quitting plant-based meat in droves due to high prices, worse taste, and questionable health benefits
Meat producers have nothing to fear from Fake Meat. Plant-based meat looked poised to change the world — but then Americans stopped buying it. In 2020, retail sales of plant-based meat grew 45%, surpassing the $1 billion mark for the first time. Increasing awareness of companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods, in addition to climate change and animal welfare concerns, nudged many Americans to give fake meat a shot. The nature of the pandemic helped sales as well. Many consumers faced meat shortages,…
El Tigre of Argentina – A fisherman’s paradise
By Larry Larson – Professional Fishing Guide“Don’t cry for me, Argentina. The truth is I never left you,” that’s how the song goes, and I felt like I’d never left after looking through my passport, which contained 25 border crossing stamps for Argentina in the last eight years. It was early December, and I had time to reminisce as I waited for dinner aboard my flight from Washington-Dulles airport to Buenos Aires. My thoughts of the hunting expeditions, good friends and the fantastic food I’d…
Argentine Wines – Key Growing Regions Updated
Argentine Wines – Key Growing Regions Updated Argentina’s grape growing areas are divided into three main regions that mostly follow the country’s long western border along the Andes Mountains. Northwest/Norte — High altitude Salta Meaning “very beautiful”, Salta’s vineyards are located in the desert-like Calchaquí Valley and have the Andes’ highest peaks in the background. Vineyard altitude is 4,200 – 9,842’ Highest vineyard in the world at 9,842’ in Colomé Average annual temperature…
Sheep rearing is an opportunity that Argentina no longer takes advantage of
Buenos Aires Province has areas with excellent conditions that allow high levels of sheep production, but this does not happen, Why? In the late nineteenth century, the country was in what later became known as the “golden age” of Argentina sheep production. At that time, the province of Buenos Aires had a stock of 52 million sheep heads, a figure that exceeded seven times the supply of cattle at the time. Until 1930 the activity had its heyday, with excellent European demand for wool and meat.…
The most beautiful and exclusive street in Buenos Aires is called Arroyo but is also affected by the current downturn: how much is the value per square meter now?
It is one of the most emblematic and coveted arteries of the Federal Capital, with historical values among the most expensive in the market, but opportunities do appear The physiognomy of the City of Buenos Aires has neighbourhoods with completely different characteristics from each other. Whether due to urban and architectural issues, the presence of premises with brands valued in the market, or the lower price per square meter. Each neighbourhood has its most coveted corners, where property values change…
Global Trust in Sustainable Agriculture is the Next big opportunity – Rabobank
The biggest value creation opportunity for those in the agricultural sector is to be seen as a globally trusted source of sustainably produced products says a new Rabobank report on the sector ie Sustainable Agriculture. The Sustainable Returns: Finding the value in Environmental Sustainability the report says improved environmental practices can deliver an immediate monetary benefit, through price premiums, and long-term strategic advantages. Report author Blake Holgate said many consumers now consider buying…
Lincoln: international schooling in Argentina
Asociación Escuelas Lincoln – an English-language school in BA province – is a thriving, academically rigorous institution comprising a diverse community of students and teachers. But that unique make-up creates its own set of unique challenges. Every Friday in Gregory Hines’ fourth-grade classroom includes independent reading time. Hines firmly believes in fostering diversity and bilingualism and encourages his students to bring books in their home languages. Many wills, of course, read books in English…
A road trip through Patagonia: 7 obligatory stops on a journey along Route 40
San Martín de Los Andes, Villa La Angostura, Bariloche, Lago Puelo, Esquel, El Chaltén and El Calafate are some places not to be missed. What to do, when to go and what to see at each destination. Embarking on a road trip through the Argentinean Patagonia, following the path of the emblematic National Route 40, implies immersing oneself in one of the most privileged natural sceneries of the planet: immense blue lakes, imposing glaciers, volcanoes and mountains with peaks snow-capped and extensive forests…
La Estancia de Cafayate – Lifestyle homes in Northern Argentina
La Estancia de Cafayate is a 550-hectare exclusive international community that combines vineyards, golf and horses, a world-class spa and fitness facility, among many other world-class amenities such as a 5-star hotel. It is located just outside the historic and charming town of Cafayate, in the heart of the breathtaking Calchaqui Valley in the south of the province of Salta, in northwest Argentina. Cafayate sits 1,683 metres above mean sea level, 189 kilometres from Salta City and 1,329 from Buenos Aires. The…
Latin America: Agricultural Perspectives
A profile of Latin American agriculture Latin America has long been associated with the production and export of a diverse range of agricultural commodities, whether it is coffee from Brazil and Colombia, beef from Argentina, or bananas from Ecuador. Trade data show that the region is indeed an important net exporter of agricultural commodities to the world, accounting for an estimated 16% of global food and agriculture exports between 2012 and 2014, while representing just 4% of global food and agriculture…
A US ex-pats experience living in NW Argentina
Kent and Jane have lived in northern Argentina for more than 10 years. The following is an interview with Kent and Jane, pioneers of La Estancia de Cafayate, having two of the first homes constructed there in 2010. They have advanced from 1/2 year residents to full-time residents, joined now with their daughter, son-in-law and two granddaughters. The family is united now in Cafayate, enjoying the sun, nature and the family-oriented lifestyle revered in Cafayate. How did you hear about Cafayate originally? We…
Agricultural Syndicates, Partnerships, all need to have a shareholders agreement at the start of a new business.
If you’re starting or running a business or buying a property with other co-founders, someone probably told you to get a shareholders agreement. But why is this important? What does a shareholders agreement do? What can happen if you don’t get one? In this article, I’ll explain why you need to have some hard conversations with co-founders and we’ll look at an interesting recent case with costly consequences. What is a shareholders agreement? A shareholders agreement is a contract where you agree…
The charm of Buenos Aires – It is still Paris in South America
Palace in a window in the centre Buenos Aires
Properties for sale in Buenos Aires are 33 per cent cheaper than in other capitals of South America Culturally diverse, artistically exciting, gastronomically delicious, religiously tolerant amid a friendly atmosphere. Buenos Aires is literally open to “good airs” to ventilate and oxygenate the city. Whether you are thinking about buying a second home or living in Buenos Aires as a retiree, this is the perfect time to buy a property. The elimination of exchange restrictions has opened up all markets…
