About Paraguay

A Land Built for Cattle. A People Built for Stewardship.

Paraguay sits in the heart of South America — a landlocked country bordered by Brazil, Argentina, and Bolivia. It’s one of the continent’s best-kept secrets: rich in natural resources, strong in agricultural heritage, and home to some of the world’s most fertile grasslands. With a population of just over 7 million, Paraguay may be small in size, but it's big in sustainability, tradition, and ambition.

Trusted by the World’s Most Demanding Markets

Paraguay exports beef to more than 59 countries, and has earned a reputation for delivering quality and safety at scale.

In 2024, both Canada and the U.S. granted import approval after detailed inspections and rigorous evaluations. These approvals opened the door for North American buyers to access a product already trusted in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

Today, Paraguay is among the top 10 beef-exporting nations in the world, and continues to grow as a reliable partner in global trade.

An Ideal Environment for Grass-Fed Beef

Thanks to its climate and geography, Paraguay offers one of the few places on earth where cattle can graze on natural pasture all year long. The Chaco — a vast, lightly populated region in the north — is where most of our cattle are raised. Nutritious grasses, fresh air, and wide open space give the beef a clean, balanced flavor that’s hard to match anywhere else. Our animals get consistent grazing the way it should be.

Global Ranking

Top8

Export Potential (tn)

370,000/yr

Export Markets

59+

Shelf Life (chilled)

120 days

Cattle Population

13 Million+

Beef Revenue (H1 2025)

$1.06B

Green Energy

100%

Grazing Days per Year

365

A Commitment to Sustainability

Paraguay’s beef industry is backed by one of the cleanest energy profiles in the world. Nearly 100% of the country’s electricity comes from hydroelectric power, reducing the carbon footprint of food production at every level.

Sustainability Backed by Law

Paraguay has taken meaningful steps to preserve its natural ecosystems. The Zero Deforestation Law (Law 2524) strictly prohibits further deforestation in the country’s eastern forest region, reflecting a strong national commitment to sustainability. In the western Chaco region — where most cattle ranching occurs — landowners are required by law to maintain 25% of their land as natural forest reserve, ensuring a balance between productive use and environmental preservation.