THE ARGENTINE REPUBLIC -605 its markets Both in Europe and in North America; much of" maize is exported to Europe. During the last few years Britain has taken all the chilled meat and most of the frozen mutton exported, as well as much of the frozen beef and canned meat, the remainder being disposed of in Europe and the United States. The chief markets for wool and hides are Great Britain, western Europe, and the United States. Butter is sent mainly to Great Britain, and casein to Germany and Britain.