Date: Friday, March 21, 2008

Re:	Argentina - Strike

Currently there is a strike in Argentina implemented by rural workers which started on March 13, 2008, and continuing to date.

As of March 27th some roads connecting Buenos Aires with the countryside are temporarily blocked.   Mendoza producers started doing so on March 27th.  Therefore, Mendoza is experiencing delays in shipments due to this reason.

On March 28th, the President of Argentina offered to talk to the workers if the strike is suspended.  Rural entities will analyze this proposal during the day.

Will keep you posted on developments.