The prices of the beef show stability in the country’s main supermarkets, although the process initiated by the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock and Food (Magician) to look for new sources of supply, after the increase registered at the beginning of the year.
A survey conducted by Free press This June 26 reflects that the majority of cuts register minimal variations with respect to the prices observed in February, when the rise in the product motivated the Government to evaluate the import of meat fromBrazil.
The ground meat is marketed between Q26.25 and Q42 per poundcompared to the range of Q27 to Q37.97 recorded in February. He steak sold between Q38.25 and Q38.75while four months ago it ranged between Q37.98 and Q41.25.
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In the case of the ribthe current price is between Q22.25 and Q23.08slightly higher than the range of Q21.50 to Q22.62 previously reported.
He bolovique presents the greatest variation, with prices between Q36 and Q48.38 per pound, depending on the establishment. He rochoy is offered between Q42 and Q46.46while the bone practically does not register changes and remains between Q20.72 and Q22 per pound.
Import from Brazil continues
As part of the actions to expand the supply of meat in the national market, Guatemala and Brazil recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding to strengthen technical cooperation in agricultural matters.
The agreement was signed by the Minister of Agriculture, Maria Fernanda Riveraand the executive secretary of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil, Cleber Oliveira Soareswithin the framework of the 50 years of diplomatic relations between both countries.
Asked about specific advances to import beef brazilianhe Magician reported that the process continues and that there are already interested businessmen in bringing the product to the country.
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The institution explained that it currently works in the health clearance of Brazilian export establishments, an essential requirement for them to be able to sell meat to the Guatemalan market.
Likewise, he indicated that slaughterhouses or slaughterhouses must have product availability and comply with the authorizations required by Guatemala to carry out exports.
When will beef begin to enter from Brazil
Although the admissibility process is progressing, the Magician clarified that There is no estimated date yet. for the entry of meat from Brazil.
The ministry explained that trade negotiations correspond exclusively to the private sector, so the moment the events begin imports will depend on the agreements between Guatemalan buyers and Brazilian exporters.
Meanwhile, the supply of the national market continues to depend on local production, imports from neighboring countries and regional trade conditions, although production prices beef They show stable behavior with respect to the levels observed at the beginning of the year.
