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

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/