Veterinary doctor Jaime Mc Lean provides a decalog of recommendations aimed at significantly increasing meat production per hectare in cattle farming in the Cuenca del Salado region of Argentina.
Jaime Mc Lean, a veterinary doctor and private consultant, has developed a decalog aimed at doubling the meat production per hectare for cattle ranches in the Cuenca del Salado region of Argentina. Many farms in this area currently produce only 100-120 kilos of meat per hectare, operating under a basic monoculture scheme on often degraded and unproductive natural pastures. This traditional and conservative approach leads to low profitability, especially when livestock sales are primarily limited to weaned calves without stringent genetic or reproductive controls.
The potential for significant transformation exists through the application of a range of proven technologies and strategies that have been available for several years. Mc Lean emphasizes the importance of adopting modern techniques that not only enhance productivity but also ensure better management of genetic and reproductive aspects of the livestock. In light of the current high prices for calves, the timing for adopting these recommendations is particularly relevant, offering farmers the chance to increase their returns.
Mc Lean's recommendations highlight the urgent need for modernization in the farming practices of the Cuenca del Salado. By shifting from traditional, low-yield methods to more intensive production practices that leverage existing technological advancements, farmers can see a radical improvement in their operations. This approach could not only change the profitability landscape for local farms but also contribute to the overall economic stability of the region amid rising market demands for meat.
