Buenos Aires Times China delivers opportunity and controversy for Argentinas pork sector


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Proposed deal with China is a chance to boost Argentine exports, but environmentalists are strongly opposed to it. Share this News Pigs are seen at a pig farm in Marcos Paz municipality, Buenos Aires. | RONALDO SCHEMIDT Despite not figuring among the world’s main pig breeders, opportunity is knocking for Argentina to boost the sector’s growth with a view to exporting to China. But an agreement between the two countries is sparking controversy and heavy criticism from environmental activists. A memorandum of understanding between local breeders and the Asian giant, whose signature is expected in little over a month, is...