Metalworking and agricultural machinery

Córdoba is one of the region's leading manufacturers of agricultural machinery and agricultural components, with established companies in all segments of the industry.

Furthermore, knowledge, capacity, and constant innovation allow Cordoba's machine and tool industry to adapt and supply machinery to other productive sectors.

Companies
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The production network brings together manufacturers of tractors, seeders, sprayers, and components, integrating technological innovation with industrial tradition.

Share in national production
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More than a third of the agricultural machinery manufactured in Argentina originates in Córdoba, consolidating the province as a leader in the sector.

Export countries
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With a consolidated export complex, the sector is strategically positioned to capitalize on the expansion of global demand.

Potentialities for investment

Business base and local capabilities

Córdoba has a long tradition in agricultural machinery, with a solid business ecosystem and experience. The innovative capacity of its companies allows them to implement new technologies such as the automation of production processes and adapt to other industrial sectors.

Specialization in sectors

The metallurgical industry in Córdoba is characterized by its diversification, with companies specializing in all segments of the industry. This allows Córdoba-based companies to differentiate themselves and offer customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of international markets.

Favorable international outlook

Global demand for food is driving the need for agricultural machinery, and Cordoba companies have the capacity to meet the demand. The sector's competitiveness makes it a leader in international markets.

Market volume

Argentina has significant agricultural activity, generating domestic demand for machinery. Exports of Cordoba machinery are constantly expanding, demonstrating potential in the international market.

Potentialities in this sector

Prominent
regions

Business base and local capabilities

Córdoba has a long tradition in agricultural machinery, with a solid business ecosystem and experience. The innovative capacity of its companies allows them to implement new technologies such as the automation of production processes and adapt to other industrial sectors.

Specialization in sectors

The metallurgical industry in Córdoba is characterized by its diversification, with companies specializing in all segments of the industry. This allows Córdoba-based companies to differentiate themselves and offer customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of international markets.

Favorable international outlook

Global demand for food is driving the need for agricultural machinery, and Cordoba companies have the capacity to meet the demand. The sector's competitiveness makes it a leader in international markets.

Market volume

Argentina has significant agricultural activity, generating domestic demand for machinery. Exports of Cordoba machinery are constantly expanding, demonstrating potential in the international market.

Key figures

+ 9.900

Registered jobs in the sector

The sector employs professionals in engineering, metalworking, automation, and agro-industrial management.

Source: ProCórdoba Agency (2023)

39.2 %

Contribution to Gross Value Added

A large part of the sector's national GVA comes from Córdoba, highlighting its fundamental contribution to the Argentine economy.

Source: Ministry of Industry of Córdoba (2023)

30 %

Share in the sector's exports

A third of Argentina's agricultural machinery exports originate in Córdoba. Córdoba is a leading exporter in the sector.

Source:Chamber of Agricultural Machinery of Córdoba (2023)

Subsector
of interest

Tractors and harvesters

This subsector is characterized by its high concentration and transnationalization, with a strong presence of multinational companies in the market. Modularization plays a crucial role, enabling economies of scale, which optimizes production processes and strengthens competitiveness.

Seeders and implements

It is a market comprised primarily of local SMEs. It boasts great technological diversity, from high-tech products to more mature ones. It is characterized by high product differentiation and a strong focus on after-sales services.

Province-level incentives

Clustering Policy

The Agricultural Machinery Cluster institutionalizes the efforts of companies and the government to internationalize the sector, develop strategies, and transfer experiences. Our companies group together to strengthen competitiveness and generate new business, increasing their share capital without disrupting competition. Córdoba promotes the creation of productive clusters as a tool for mesoeconomic development.

Industrial Promotion

We promote industrial development through a system of tax exemptions and non-refundable contributions. We offer a framework of fiscal predictability and stability, which translates into reduced production costs and increased competitiveness for companies. The proportion of benefits can vary and extend up to 15 years depending on factors such as the company's size, geographic location, type of activities, and whether it is a new or existing company.

Export Promotion

Córdoba strengthens its companies' exports through internationalization programs, participation in trade fairs, and trade missions. It offers technical and financial assistance, promotes partnerships between companies, and provides information on international markets. Through training, it supports quality certification and product adaptation to global demands, strengthening the competitiveness of the food sector.

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