Spanish Farmers Protest as Intermediaries Inflate Fruit and Vegetable Prices

Farmers in Spain are facing hardship due to exploitative pricing practices by intermediaries in the fruit and vegetable market. According to the report by À Punt Mèdia, some intermediaries are increasing prices by up to 700%, with examples including zucchini, where the final customer pays eight times more than the farmer, and eggplant, where the markup is four times the farmer's price. "The margins are brutal, totally abusive," stated Manuel Alcayde of La COAG, highlighting the significant impact on farmers' incomes and the viability of their businesses. The report calls for more transparency and fairer margins in the distribution chain, urging authorities to address the issue and protect the agricultural sector. The rising production costs, coupled with the lack of transparency, are creating an unsustainable situation for many farmers. The video concludes with a call for consumers to support local farmers and demand transparency in pricing.