Stories for October 6th 2004

Wednesday, October 6th 2004 - 21:00 UTC

Soybeans flatten, and cattle is back in Argentina.

The considerable profit margin of planting soybeans over growing livestock in Argentina has begun to dramatically revert, according to a report from the Meats Trade and Industry Chamber of Argentina, Ciccra.

Wednesday, October 6th 2004 - 21:00 UTC

Argentine: Fisheries News.

Headlines:
Argentine ban on Patagonian toothfish catch; Sub-Patagonian squid stock data to be released in 30 days; USD 565 million of fish and shellfish in exports registered up to August.

Wednesday, October 6th 2004 - 21:00 UTC

Flights Ball In Argentine Court, Says Falklands Governor.

If Argentina wants to discuss the subject of flights between the South American continent and the Falklands, then they should first respond to the British proposals on the table said Falkland Islands Governor, Howard Pearce, speaking in Stanley, on Tuesday.

Wednesday, October 6th 2004 - 21:00 UTC

“New Polar”: New Technology

Efficiency and cost saving, achieved by the use of state-of-the art technology distinguish the New Polar, latest addition to the Falkland Islands fishing fleet. Vessel owners, Polar Limited hosted a reception on board the recently Falkland flagged vessel on Friday evening.

Wednesday, October 6th 2004 - 21:00 UTC

Pension increase for Malvinas veterans.

The Argentine government decided this week to increase Malvinas war veterans' pension from the equivalent of 133 to 309 US dollars.