East Grain Acquires Majority Stake in Maragro Group
2025-07-23
East Grain S.A. has completed the acquisition of a 90% equity stake in Maragro Group, an agricultural enterprise based in Giera, Timiș County, Romania. Maragro operates approximately 9,600 hectares of farmland, an oilseed processing facility, and a seed selection and treatment plant. Founder Marco Chiaradia retains a 10% stake and will continue in an active operational role.
The transaction marks a significant step in East Grain’s evolution from a grain trading and inputs business toward a more integrated, value-added agribusiness platform — adding processing and seed operations to its existing footprint in Romania.
Hodler, a founding investor in East Grain, partially exited its position in 2024 when Agrofert Group acquired a majority stake in the company. Hodler retains a minority shareholding and remains actively involved in supporting East Grain’s strategic development — including this acquisition, which reflects the shared ambition to build a more competitive and diversified agribusiness platform in the region.
About Hodler: Hodler Group is a privately held investment holding company with diverse investments in the CEE region. Hodler Asset Management, a part of Hodler Group, operates as a private equity firm managing two funds focused on food and agriculture investments in the area.
About Maragro Group: Maragro Group is a Romanian agricultural enterprise headquartered in Giera, Timiș County, operating approximately 9,600 hectares of farmland alongside oilseed processing and seed selection and treatment facilities.
