First national meeting of Agroalnext

The first national meeting of Agroalnext , a key program for driving the transformation of the agri-food sector in Spain, was held on October 1st. This event, held at La Vega Innova , highlighted the progress of R&D projects led by technology centers and research organizations in seven autonomous communities: Aragon, Asturias, Navarre, the Valencian Community, Extremadura, La Rioja, and Murcia.

The event, which featured the participation of Begoña García Bernal, Secretary of State for Agriculture and Food , and Isabel Bombal, Director General of Rural Development, Innovation, and Agri-Food Training , representing the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food , addressed key topics for the future of the sector, such as the circular economy , digitalization , and technology transfer . These pillars are essential for the modernization of the agri-food industry, seeking more sustainable and digitalized production.

One of the most notable sessions was the one dedicated to the digitalization of the sector . Experts presented examples of how data science can improve efficiency and decision-making in the agri-food value chain. The circular economy was another key focus, with examples of by-product valorization and the creation of high-value biomaterials.

Advances in the development of functional and healthy foods , as well as technologies to improve the nutritional quality and sustainability of foods, were also discussed.

About the Agroalnext program

The Agroalnext program aims to accelerate the digital and sustainable transformation of the agri-food industry, relying on cross-regional collaboration and knowledge exchange. In this way, it seeks to bridge the gap between scientific research and its application in the sector, ensuring a more competitive, secure, and environmentally friendly future.

This plan contributes to achieving the objectives of the European Green Deal and the Farm to Fork Strategy , while promoting more efficient and sustainable agriculture.