Argentinean meat production grew 10.4% in 2009 compared with 2008 figures, reaching a record level of 3.54 million tonnes, according to the country’s Chamber for Industry and Commerce of Beef and Beef Derivatives (CICCRA).

Nevertheless, the department does not believe 2010 figures will be so high, as the country’s flock continues to decline and as a result of severe drought in the past year.

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