Bolivian meat opens potential markets

El Diario reports: OIE General Assembly The General Assembly of the OIE (World Organization for Animal Health, for its acronym in English), held in Paris (France), was the scenario to open potential markets and countries’ interest in receiving advice from Bolivia, as it was possible to position the Bolivian Natural Beef brand. The tasting of…

Chili [ají], the spicy face of Bolivia

El Dia reports: Options “El Chicotillo” is positioned as one of the hottest in Bolivia. Among the sweetest, are the “Asta de Toro” and the red pepper of San Julián. Chili permeates the palates of the world thanks to Bolivia. This is how renowned chef Marko Bonifaz defines this product grown in the municipality of…

A Rich and Peppery Bolivian Brisket Sandwich Impresses in Brooklyn

Robert Sietsema reports for ny.eater.com: This traditional South American sandwich makes for a satisfying meal at Bolivian Llama Party It is my intention to celebrate the sandwich this year by finding as many tasty examples as possible, with a special emphasis on fringe styles, but also presenting sandwiches that were considered more normal 30 years…

Bolivia hopes to cut dependence on imports of Peruvian potatoes

Fresh Plaza reports, photo from Pagina Siete: The Ministry of Rural Development, through the National Institute for Agricultural and Forestry Innovation (INIAF), supports producers from the Jocopampa community, in Patacamaya, in the production of industrial potatoes of the jatun puka variety, which could help counter the competition from Peruvian imports. The departmental head of the…

Stem Cells Center Opens New Center in Bolivia.

PR Underground reports: The center in Chochabamba [sic] is a subsidiary of the Global Stem Cells Group and is the 35th such center in the world. (Cochabamba) Miami Lakes, FL (PRUnderground) April 9th, 2019 The Global Stem Cells Group, a multi-disciplinary community of scientists and physicians collaborating to treat diseases and lessen human suffering through…

Businessmen describe as “reckless” salary proposal of the COB

ANF reports for La Prensa: The general manager of the National Chamber of Exporters of Bolivia (Caneb), Javier Hinojosa, described as imprudent the salary proposal of the Bolivian Workers’ Union (COB) because, he said, it is not related to any indicator of the country’s economy. “Making an analysis linked to the economy, 12% is a…