Events

The subtropical fruit sector will meet on May 13 and 14 at the technical conference "Innovations and Challenges in Plant Health of Subtropical Fruit Trees," organized by Phytoma in collaboration with TROPS and the Regional Government of Andalusia. This essential event will bring together researchers, technicians, advisors, companies, and public administrations to address the main health challenges of these crops and share the latest technological and sustainable management solutions. With an intensive and highly specialized program , the sessions will feature more than 30 top-level speakers, covering everything from integrated pest management in avocado, mango, papaya, and custard apple crops to the most advanced early detection techniques, biological control, and semiochemical applications. Key topics such as functional biodiversity, technical advice, and the impact of new regulations on integrated production will also be discussed. Among the highlights of the 13th: The economic impact of pests and diseases on subtropical fruit trees Regulations and standards for integrated production in Andalusia and the Canary Islands Real-life cases of biological control, mango scale insect management, and avocado diseases New developments in tools such as real-time qPCR , stress sensors, or semiochemicals Three roundtables for technical debate among leading professionals The 14th will focus on ecosystem services: Management of plant cover and pollination in avocado New strategies for biological control and soil biodiversity Emerging cases such as Scirtothrips or Euwallacea fornicatus A final roundtable discussion with advisors and technicians will discuss the challenges facing current plant health: lack of plant protection products, distribution requirements, agro-environmental measures, etc. The sessions will be held at the TROPS Innovation Center , with dedicated moments for professional networking. Finally, an optional guided tour of the TROPS facilities will be offered. Price: Approximately between 100 and 200 euros, depending on the category of entry. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION

Efficient field labor management is one of the greatest challenges facing the agricultural sector. Therefore, Hispatec Agrointeligencia will host a webinar entitled "Keys to Successful Field Labor Management: Digital Tasking" next Tuesday, May 13th, at 5:00 PM (Spain time) . This free event is aimed at agricultural professionals seeking to optimize their work processes. Managing and controlling work teams in the field is one of the activities that most impacts the profitability and sustainability of agri-food companies and cooperatives. This webinar will discuss practical strategies for implementing digital tasking , a key tool for recording and managing tasks performed, worker performance, associated costs, and resource use in real time. Miquel Villanueva , Marketing Director, and Chema García Soto , Presales Manager at Hispatec, will be in charge of presenting this technological solution that allows effective control of labor management, even in complex scenarios with dispersed productions or associated producer schemes. The seminar is designed to demonstrate how digital logging can be easily adapted to the real-world conditions of agricultural work and become a decisive factor in improving the sector's competitiveness. REGISTRATION

The program for the 20th RUENA Conference (Network for the Efficient Use of Nitrogen in Agriculture), which will be held on May 29 and 30 in Valladolid, is now available. This year, the event will focus on "Recision Agriculture for Efficient Use of Nitrogen," addressing the latest innovations and strategies for optimizing the management of this key element in agricultural production. A reference space for the sector The RUENA Conference has established itself as an essential meeting for researchers, technicians, farmers, and agricultural policymakers interested in nitrogen efficiency. This year's edition will feature keynote addresses, roundtable discussions, and presentations of innovative papers, with the participation of national and international experts. 2nd Edition of the Best Research Paper Award The 2nd Annual Young Researcher Award for Best Research Project will also be held during the event. This award, which comes with a €1,000 prize, seeks to incentivize research into the efficient use of nitrogen in agriculture and showcase emerging talent in the sector. Registration and more information All information about the event, including the detailed program, the prize list, and the registration process is available on the event's official website: RUENA 2025. Don't miss the opportunity to participate in this key event for agricultural innovation. PROVISIONAL PROGRAM | REGISTRATION

Since 1985, the AIDA Animal Production Conference has become the reference forum in the Spanish-speaking world for the exchange of scientific and technical advances of interest among professionals and researchers in Animal Production. This 21st edition brings two important new features. Firstly, the meeting will be held at a new venue, the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine of the University of Zaragoza. Secondly, a new section dedicated to precision livestock farming is being incorporated, which is added to the usual ones (genetics, nutrition/feeding, livestock systems/economics and management, reproduction, animal health and welfare and product quality).

On June 17 , the General Council of Veterinary Colleges of Spain will host a conference focused on the challenges of "The Food Company of the Future," organized in collaboration with the Sustainable Innovation Group (GIS) . The event will bring together leading representatives of the agri-food sector to analyze the main challenges and opportunities that will shape the future of the industry. The event, which will be held at the Council's headquarters (Calle Villanueva, 11, Madrid), will begin at 9:30 a.m. with a reception for attendees and will be opened at 10:00 a.m. by Ricardo Migueláñez , GIS coordinator. Mauricio García de Quevedo , Director General of FIAB , will open the program with a presentation on the future of the food industry. Two roundtable discussions will follow: 10:30 a.m .: Sustainability and innovation in agri-food companies , with the participation of representatives from Banco Sabadell, Florette, Consum and Pascual . 11:30 a.m .: Communication and marketing in the food industry of the future , with speakers from DIA, Grupo InterÓleo and Pesca España . The session will conclude with a Q&A session and a round of conclusions starting at 12:30 p.m. Attendance is free, but you must confirm your place by sending an email to info@gisalimentario.es or calling 917 217 929 .

63rd edition of FERCAM – June 25-29, 2025. Professional multi-sector trade fair, agricultural products and machinery, irrigation, livestock, agri-food, etc. National multi-sector fair held annually since 1960. Perfectly consolidated, where several productive sectors of our society coexist harmoniously, where the most solid and a benchmark across all levels continues to be the agricultural machinery and irrigation sector, closely accompanied by the agri-food and livestock sectors, as well as public works, renewable energy, automotive, etc., which complement our fair and are why FERCAM achieves excellent results year after year. It takes place every year at the FERCAM Fairgrounds in Manzanares (Ciudad Real), which consists of an open-air space of 120,000 m2 and a covered pavilion of 3,000 m2, both fully equipped with all services and has fully paved parking, with capacity for approximately 3,000 vehicles. https://fercamvirtual.es/inscripcion-fercam-2025-renovacion/

5-hour course for technical and practical specialisation on the sustainable use of phytosanitary products, pest and disease control and active substances. INFORMATION and QUESTIONS at asesoresformacion.ifapa@juntadeandalucia.es