In 2020 the Castillo family from Entre Ríos decided to integrate the entire cattle cycle into a single operation. They founded a company called Abuelo Julio that now handles production, slaughter, export and commercial distribution of beef. The business operates both inside Argentina and in foreign markets. Sebastián Castillo, who serves as chief executive, says the venture strengthens a family enterprise that spans more than four generations. The company’s activities cover the whole value chain from raising cattle to delivering meat abroad. By controlling each stage, the family aims to increase efficiency and maintain quality. The expansion represents a modern step for a long‑standing agricultural lineage.