Paraguay expands kosher meat exports to Israel
IMIGUAY · Updated on 10/20/2026 · 5 min read
Paraguay's export of kosher beef to Israel is experiencing an excellent moment. Sales are expected to grow significantly in 2026.
Historic growth in beef exports
Paraguay's agricultural sector has great news to celebrate and new opportunities for economic development. The Israeli market's demand for kosher meat is on the rise, boosting the profitability of the entire production chain in the country and generating new prospects for the local labor market and investments.
Optimistic forecasts for 2026
According to estimates by Federico Maisonnave, an executive at the Asociación Paraguaya de Produtores y Exportadores de Carne (Appec), purchases by Israel could reach between 40,000 and 55,000 tons throughout 2026. This volume represents a significant leap compared to the 20,100 tons recorded in the previous year of 2025.
- Significant increase in Israel's market demand for Paraguayan kosher meat.
- Estimated sales between 40,000 and 55,000 tons projected for 2026.
- Significant growth compared to the 20,100 tons exported in 2025.
- Strengthening of the national economy and expansion of opportunities in agribusiness.
This information was originally published by the newspaper La Nación, highlighting the strength of Paraguayan production on the international stage and the dynamism of the meat sector, which continues to generate new jobs and attract investments to the country.
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