AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoAgribusiness & Food Supply: A strawberry fair is set for Aug. 15 in Asunción’s La Cuadrita, with 50 farming families selling fresh strawberries and value-added products, backed by Paraguay’s Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock. Feed & Safety: A Latin America poultry forum highlights widespread corn mycotoxin concerns, with Paraguay included in large-scale monitoring using near-infrared methods to flag fumonisins and other toxins that can hit productivity and costs. Energy: Itaipú’s 2025 output rose 8.6% to 72.9 million MWh, with 36% allocated to Paraguay—covering about 87% of the country’s electricity demand. Industry & Investment Climate: Paraguay is positioning itself as a destination for people and capital, as foreign investment headlines point to a cautious global mood. Digital & Finance: Paraguay’s second Accelerating Bitcoin conference opens Aug. 12-13, spotlighting mining, regulation, AI and the country’s energy-driven appeal for crypto activity. Gaming Sector: Zitro’s Zitro Experience Paraguay wrapped alongside SAGSE, reinforcing momentum in Paraguay’s gaming market. Corporate Leadership (Regional): JBS announced a leadership transition: Wesley Batista Filho to become global CEO in Jan. 2027, with Tomazoni moving to vice chairman. Public Infrastructure (Regional Context): Infrastructure capital outlays are projected to decline this year, a reminder that project pipelines may face tighter fiscal conditions.
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