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.…
Patagonian Lamb: a worldwide reputation of quality
Sheep production represents an essential role in the Argentine agriculture system. By the end of the XIX century, Argentina had 74 million sheep, but that number has decreased over recent years. The reason for this reduction has multiple factors. Still, the most important during the last few years is the increase of guanaco production (similar to a lama) and the increase of wild dogs in Argentine’s Patagonian. But despite many adversities, some people still bet on raising sheep. Juan José Maglié is…
