The agricultural sector continues to surprise with cultures that, at first glance, seem common but hide a high economic and strategic potential. At a time when many countries look for sustainable alternatives to diversify their exports, a particular culture begins to stand out in the international scenario and is known as the new “Green Ouro”.
Industrial growth in Cordoba
In Argentina, the province of Cordoba has become a reference hub for this culture, taking advantage of favorable natural conditions and a consolidated agricultural context. Private investment has allowed to transform old rural areas into production and export platforms.
Currently, explains the news work, about 610,000 hectares are dedicated to cultivating alfalfa a plant that is being nicknamed “Green Ouro” due to the economic impact that begins to generate. The term is already circulating between experts and investors attentive to its rapid appreciation.
Expanding export network
Part of this success is due to the industrial structure that accompanies production. A network with more than 100 companies, refers to the same source, supports the transformation and export of alfalfa, especially the construction of new dehydration plants and compaction units.
In Argentina alone, about 147,000 tons of hay are exported annually. The country represents 1.5 percent of the global market, with revenues that exceed 57 million euros. The goal is to quadruple production exported in the coming years.
Europe also bets on production
Spain is another example of clear bet in this cultivation. The country has 217,000 hectares dedicated to alfalfa, of which approximately half are channeled to industrial dehydration processes.
The news works also states that Spanish exports are mainly heading to the United Arab Emirates, China and Saudi Arabia. The Iberian model combines private investment, institutional support and a growing capacity for technological adaptation.
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Technical and logistics challenges
Despite growth, producers face difficulties related to water sustainability, energy efficiency of industrial plants and logistics complexity associated with product transportation.
Internationally, the United States lead the market with more than half of world production. Following are Australia, Spain and Canada. Japan, in turn, stands out as the main hay importer.
FAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL PROJECTION
Global interest in this culture has motivated the organization of fairs and conferences. The next will take place in Reims, France, bringing together producers, investors and government representatives.
The Argentine delegation, for example, aims to highlight the results obtained in Cordoba and attract new partners. The Agritechnic Fair, in Germany, is another relief event for the promotion of the sector.
More than animal food
Although the main use of alfalfa is animal feed, there is a growing demand for derivatives for human consumption. The nutritional properties of the plant are increasingly valued by agri -food experts.
Its versatility is seen as a competitive advantage in a market that requires innovation and sustainable solutions.
The entrepreneurs involved warn of the importance of regulatory stability and clarity in licensing processes. Long -term predictability is essential to attract continuous investment.
Green Ouro with Global Impact
The designation of “Ouro Verde”, given by, seems appropriate to describe the growing importance of alfalfa in the international agricultural market. The expression is now associated with positive economic impact and future growth potential.
Experts believe that with the right investments and strategic support, this culture can play a key role in the economy of various agricultural regions around the world.
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