The news discusses the crisis in the Red Sea and its impact on shipping routes, leading to concerns about rising prices of goods and raw materials. The wine sector in Spain received almost 46 million euros in funds for projects to promote Spanish wines in third countries, with the most funding going to Castilla y León, the Basque Country, Catalonia, and La Rioja. The impact of rainfall and a pending parliamentary agreement to eliminate VAT for olive oil may moderate prices, with nearly 800,000 tons of harvest estimated for this campaign and recognition of the quality of Spanish olive oil at the Evo-oleum awards.
The area of farmland in Spain has decreased by 0.28% in 2023, with a significant decrease in arable crops and an increase in crops such as legumes and vegetables as well as tropical and woody crops. The news concludes by celebrating International Croquette Day, which was established based on the creation of the dish in 1917 by a Spanish woman, making it a planetary celebration.