Euralis and Maïsadour Merger Approved with €3bn Turnover Commitments

The French competition authority has conditionally approved the merger of agricultural cooperatives Euralis and Maïsadour, announced last year. This decision is based on commitments aimed at addressing competition concerns, including transferring production of at least two million fattened ducks to competitors by July 17, 2031. The merger will create an entity with an annual turnover of approximately €3 billion ($3.2 billion). This approval matters for markets as it reflects regulatory attitudes towards agricultural consolidation and may impact prices and options for farmers and consumers.