Argentina beef tallow exports surge 20x, rank 4th globally on US renewable diesel demand

Argentine beef tallow exports reached 154,000 tons in 2025, a 20-fold increase, making the country the fourth-largest global supplier. The surge is driven by US demand for renewable diesel feedstocks, transforming a low-profile sector into a significant export earner. The development highlights shifting global biofuel supply chains and Argentina's growing role in the renewable energy economy.