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Colombian Fruit Industry official ⁣Removed From ​Spain’s fruit Attraction Fair Amid Investigation

Madrid – ⁣The manager of​ the Colombian fruit growers’ guild, asofrutas, was expelled from the Colombian national stand ⁣at the Fruit Attraction trade fair​ in Madrid, Spain, ⁣sparking an​ internal investigation and public apology. The incident occurred during ⁣the internationally significant event, which showcases the latest⁣ innovations and trends in the fresh produce sector.

The removal follows a​ reported‌ incident ⁢involving Dr. Javier Díaz, a prominent figure in the Colombian agricultural sector. Carmen Caballero, director of ProColombia,‌ the government⁢ agency promoting Colombian exports, publicly ​expressed‌ regret over the​ situation on her X (formerly‌ Twitter) account, ‍stating, “Consequently,⁤ I⁢ have ordered a thorough investigation and audit to clarify⁤ the facts. As soon as I have the results, I⁣ will present an official response to both public opinion and Dr. Javier⁤ Díaz.”

according to data from Analdex, Antioquia, Magdalena, Cundinamarca,​ and Risaralda are the leading departments responsible for Colombia’s‍ fruit exports. ProColombia recently partnered with Amazon to launch a ⁣program designed to help Colombian businesses expand internationally through the e-commerce platform, underscoring the importance of maintaining a positive ‍international presence⁣ for ‍the nation’s agricultural sector. The outcome ⁤of the investigation is anticipated to impact Colombia’s trade relationships and its image within the global fruit market.

Actress Margarita Rosa de Francisco Sparks Debate After President Petro‘s ‘Milky‘ Remark

Bogotá – Actress and vocal supporter of the Colombian government, Margarita Rosa de Francisco, ignited further discussion surrounding President Gustavo Petro’s recent comments about the popular fair food, “milky,” during his trip to Japan. Petro’s statement, made on X (formerly Twitter), described the “milky” – a fried piglet dish – as “a better dish than the sandwich, or the hamburger, or the hot dog” and claimed 10 million tons are sold at the fair, drawing widespread skepticism and a flurry of online reactions.

De Francisco responded to the controversy with a strong statement on X, declaring, “In my dictatorship I will prohibit the milky.” She elaborated, stating the thought of hearing a pig’s squeals during slaughter is deeply unsettling and argued for the intelligence of pigs, comparing them favorably to dogs and cats. “Imagine that in front of one go a truck full of dogs and cats towards the slaughterhouse,” she wrote in her post on September 8, 2025.

The president’s initial claim of 10 million tons of piglet sales has been widely questioned online, prompting memes and debate about the scale of consumption at the fair. De Francisco’s response, however, shifts the conversation towards the ethical implications of consuming the dish, adding a layer of complexity to the ongoing discussion. Her position is notable given her history as a prominent defender of the current management on social media.