Cheaper barbecue for Paraguay's World Cup run: Supermarkets announce beef rib deals

Paraguay's supermarket association, Capasu, announced that consumers can expect more affordable beef rib prices as the nation gears up for the World Cup. The organization estimates that prices for this popular cut could decrease by as much as 10% compared to current rates.

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The frigorificos have given us good price lists so that we can pass on those final prices.

Gustavo Lezcano, president of Capasu, explained that meatpackers have provided updated price lists with more competitive offers on beef ribs. This allows supermarkets to pass on some of the savings to customers. He also confirmed that cattle slaughtering is proceeding at a normal pace, and logistical issues caused by recent floods in the Chaco region have been resolved, ensuring ample supply.

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We have normal slaughterings, and this indicates product availability, which will translate into better prices for the final consumer.

Lezcano highlighted that the stable supply guarantees enough meat to meet the demand that typically surges during national team matches. "We have normal slaughterings, which indicates product availability, and this will translate into better prices for the final consumer," he stated.

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If I win you over with the price of my ribs, you'll come buy beer, soda, bread, and charcoal to wait for the match.

These special offers are set to begin this weekend, with individual supermarket chains planning promotions to attract customers before the matches. Capasu recognizes that beef ribs are a strategic product for drawing shoppers, as customers often buy accompanying items for a barbecue, such as beverages, bread, and charcoal. The association intends to maintain these competitive prices for every match the national team, 'Albirroja,' plays, especially those coinciding with weekends or holidays.

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The idea is to have competitive prices every time the Albirroja plays so that people come and stock up on the product.