Argentina's Beef Blues: The Unintended Consequences of Austerity As I walked through Buenos Aires' Mataderos neighborhood, I was struck by the vibrant market stalls and proud vendors.
However, amidst the sounds and smells of sizzling meat, a more somber reality lurked beneath the surface.
Red meat consumption in Argentina has plummeted to its lowest level in two decades, with beef accounting for only 44. 5 kilograms per person annually – a decline from the 63. 4 kilos consumed just over a decade ago.