More than 180 people attended the first pig farming business meeting held on August 22nd at the city of Curicó to look back on the history of Chile’s pork industry.
The event brought together the industry’s main stakeholders and was an opportunity to honor the legacy of the pioneers who helped build Chile’s pig farming global leadership and envision a future of innovation and sustainability. With a large turnout, the meeting was a space for emotional reunions, tributes, and heart-felt acknowledgments.
The event started with a review of how the Chilean pork industry has evolved, highlighting the accomplishments and progress that have made the country a model in Latin America. Tribute was paid to key figures such as Gonzalo Castro, whose vision and dedication have been instrumental for the sector’s development and growth.
Rodrigo Castañón, ChileCarne’s Business Manager, who attended the meeting, underscored the importance of focusing on quality and innovation to ensure the Chilean industry’s competitiveness in international markets. Castañón was also part of strategic discussions to set the sector’s agenda for the coming years, reaffirming ChileCarne’s commitment to leadership in Chilean pork production.
The meeting was also an opportunity to pay tribute to industry pioneers who have worked tirelessly for over 50 years to make Chile a key player on the global stage. They were given awards to acknowledge their hard work and vision, which have left a mark on the country’s pig farming industry.
The day concluded by looking to the future and discussing fundamental topics for Chile to continue its leadership in quality, sustainability, and technological progress. The event not only celebrated past successes, but also laid the foundations for an ambitious growth agenda in the years to come.
