4 JULY / AUGUST 2025 ABASTO.COM ADVICE OUR COVER 34 ENERGY Discover Hydrolit Advance, the new functional drink from Jumex, full of energy and distri- buted exclusively by Vilore. In this Issue FOCUS FOOD INDUSTRY PORTADA BUSINESS SHOWCASE 16 DEL FRUTAL The Guatemalan brand of fruit juices strengthens its presence among Hispanic consumers. 30 SNAP CUTS What is at stake for stores and vulnerable communities due to SNAP cuts. 54 NEW HEADQUARTERS Food distributor Purple Crow opened its new headquarters and celebrated its Summer Show. 72 COURSES The Retail Learning Institute offers free courses to advance in the retail industry. 94 FLOWERS The edible flower market is growing rapidly in the US. They are a culinary delight. 84 DINANT GROWS In a historic milestone, the company opens a new snack plant to expand in the US. 26 AI MOVES FORWARD How artificial intelligence is transforming food from the field to the table. 48 ARE YOU READY? When planning your back-to- school business, are you also thinking about investing in trai- ning your team? 66 LATINO FLAVOR Cargill reveals what Hispanics look for when consuming snacks. 90 BELONGING What is the secret to a company having a committed team?