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Argentinians cut beef consumption to 20-year low amid inflation

Beef consumption in Argentina has reached a 20-year low due to economic austerity measures implemented by President Javier Milei. Soaring beef prices, coupled with weakened household purchasing power and a shift towards cheaper proteins like chicken and pork, have significantly reduced per capita consumption. These changes are a direct consequence of government policies that have led to increased costs for essential services and reduced disposable income for families. AI

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Argentinians cut beef consumption to 20-year low amid inflation

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Clara Preve, The Associated Press ·

    Argentinians wage inflation strike on red meat sending beef consumption to 20-year low

    “People are switching to cheaper proteins. They’re eating pork, they’re eating chicken,” says 73-year-old butcher Jorge García.