Uruguay wants to reduce dependence on pig imports

In the weeks and months leading up to the event United Pork Americas, Pig Progress takes a deep dive in pig countries in the Americas. What is pork production like in the various countries in both continents and what are the perspectives for development? This first edition zooms in on Uruguay. Uruguay is known globally and has a long beef tradition, but what about pork? The pleasant country in the south east of South America sustains a small production, around 13,000 tonnes per year, and low