Events

This event will focus on the study of the current management of the Asturian and Galician milk production system, considering the joint analysis of the farm and the value chain, which will allow the selection of the best practices associated with the different types of farms. Discussion and sharing of information on the weaknesses, threats, strengths and opportunities of livestock farms. Discussion and sharing of the most relevant production, environmental and social indicators. About the CLIMALACT Task Force The CLIMALACT project aims to identify and standardise farm/landscape/value chain management practices associated with the “CLIMALACT” brand and to provide, through co-creative processes (multi-actor methodologies), idiotypes of dairy agri-food systems in Asturias and Galicia based on the calculation of simple sustainability and climate neutrality indicators in order to achieve transparency in farm and value chain management and continuous improvement of sustainability.

The BIO4TRACE Operational Group , Biotechnology for traceability and genetic selection in minority Spanish pig breeds, is organizing a tasting of Porco Celta products at the Casa de Galicia in Madrid on March 17 at 7:00 p.m. The event will begin with a roundtable discussion featuring chefs who are working with products from minority native breeds.

With a long tradition in Catalonia and a regional benchmark, a new edition of the agricultural machinery fair and motor show will take place in Mollerusa from 19 to 23 March 2025 , coinciding with the feast of Saint Joseph.

On March 19, an information session on grants for cooperative innovation projects will be held in the seminar room of the ICVV administrative building on the La Grajera estate. Program 10:00 a.m. Opening by a representative of the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Rural World and Environment 10:15 a.m. Presentation of the 2025 call for proposals for innovative projects in cooperation with the agri-food sector within the framework of the PEPAC: Purpose of the aid Beneficiaries Requirements and obligations of the applicant Documentation to be submitted in the application 11:30 a.m. Questions and answers Session given by technicians from the Agricultural Production Service, Government of La Rioja

National technical conference to present the results of the MAXI-CoberLEG Operational Group (Maximizing the benefits of cover crops through the selection of winter legume species and crop management), which will take place in person in Pontevedra and online through TEAMS. This initiative responds to a comprehensive approach that combines aspects of agrodiversity, genetic improvement, physiology, production and plant quality, and links them to the techno-economic demands and preferences of both producers and end consumers, to improve through R&D&I actions the competitiveness of a key export sector for the Spanish agri-food economy. The Supra-autonomous Operational Group MAXI-CoberLEG is made up of the Galician Business-University Foundation (FEUGA), Biological Mission of Galicia (MBG-CSIC), the Centre for Soil Science and Applied Biology of Segura (CEBAS-CSIC), the companies Masía el Carmen SL, Bio Varsella SL and the Agricultural Cooperative of Pego, Coop. V., and as subcontracted members the following entities: University of Valencia (UV), Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research (IVIA), and Darwin Bioprospecting Excellence SL Program: 16:15 – Welcome to the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Spanish National Research Council (MBG-CSIC); Registration of attendees and delivery of promotional material. 16:30 – Presentation of the MAXI-CoberLEG Supra-autonomous Operational Group Beatriz Calviño Vázquez , Innovation and National Projects Manager at FEUGA 16:40 – Native biodiversity of legumes: lupine and its potential as winter groundcovers Dr. Marta Santalla Ferradás , Scientific Researcher of the Plant Development Genetics Group (DEVOLEG), of the Biological Mission of Galicia of the Higher Council for Scientific Research. 16:55 – Role of winter legume covers in the conservation of natural enemies in citrus Dr. César Monzó Ferrer, Senior Researcher at the Entomology Unit, Valencian Institute of Agricultural Research, Moncada (IVIA). 17:10 – Questions and answers 17:20 – Visit to the experimental test plots and germplasm bank of the seed collections 18:10 – Networking Aimed at farmers, cooperatives, production companies, companies related to increasing citrus productivity, business associations in the sector and clusters, Designations of Origin/Protected Geographical Indication, Public Administrations related to agriculture, the environment and/or rural development, universities, Research Groups and Technology Centres, end consumers and the general public. REGISTRATION

The 17th edition of the International Fair for Animal Production ( FIGAN ) will take place from March 25 to 28, 2025 at the Feria de Zaragoza facilities. FIGAN aims to become the meeting point for the livestock sector in the Iberian Peninsula once again. At the last edition, 987 exhibiting companies presented the most outstanding technological innovations , in 77,083 m2 of surface area. Among the main attractions of FIGAN 2025: An outstanding selection of pure breeds Various competitions and exhibitions Genetics Health Feeding Equipment Aquaculture A prominent presence of the equine sector

Professional meeting dedicated to the latest trends in almond cultivation. PROGRAM

Experts from different countries will meet at a conference organized by INTEREMPRESAS and OLINT, with a wide and varied program that includes presentations and round tables focused on technology, innovation, sustainability and, in general, all aspects surrounding the fascinating world of wine, with special attention to current market trends. In the afternoon, several specific workshops are scheduled, aimed at small groups of professionals who will have the opportunity to share and exchange knowledge and experiences about Artificial Intelligence applied to sustainability, regenerative viticulture or even participate in a tasting of new products (Piwis, sparkling wines, alcohol-free wines). Workshop 1: AI applied to sustainability Workshop 2: Tasting of new products: Piwis, sparkling and non-alcoholic wines Workshop 3: Regenerative Viticulture Workshop 4: Carbon sequestration COMPLETE PROGRAM

The main purpose of these sessions is to analyse the opportunities offered by artificial intelligence to continuously optimise pig farms in Spain, with a special focus on the Iberian pig sector. Its applications in key areas such as feeding, health and farm management will be addressed. The leading national experts will share the most recent trends, the latest advances and innovative solutions. FEATURED TOPICS Application of artificial intelligence : We will explore how AI is integrated into the technological tools already used by livestock farmers, in an environment where the Internet of Things (IoT) and robotics are revolutionizing the daily management of farms, generating challenges and new opportunities to improve efficiency. Commitment to sustainability : Innovation plays a fundamental role in achieving more sustainable farms, a growing demand from both the regulatory framework and consumers. Practical experiences : Concrete examples will be presented of how technology and innovation are contributing to improving the efficiency and profitability of farms. PROGRAM | REGISTRATION

Between May 20, 21 and 22, 2025, a new edition of Demoagro will take place in Medina del Campo (Valladolid), a demonstration event so that field professionals can test the latest developments in the agricultural machinery sector on the ground . Organized by the National Association of Agricultural, Forestry and Green Space Machinery, ANSEMAT , Demoagro will have 80 hectares spread over more than 70 demonstration plots where the most important brands in the sector will once again bring visitors the latest technologies in mechanization. HOW TO GET HERE | EXHIBITORS

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).

The fifteenth edition of the European Conference on Precision Agriculture (ECPA) will take place in Barcelona from 29 June to 3 July 2025. It is organised by the International Society for Precision Agriculture, a non-profit international scientific organisation whose main objective is to promote the advancement of science in this field. The European Conference on Precision Agriculture (ECPA) is at the forefront of agricultural innovation. By bringing together researchers, farmers and industry leaders, ECPA offers a unique platform to share the latest developments and discuss the challenges and opportunities of precision agriculture. By fostering collaboration and knowledge sharing, ECPA plays a crucial role in shaping the future of sustainable and efficient food production.

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

ExpoAgitech, The 4.0 Agricultural Fair , will hold its second edition from 28 to 30 October 2025. Following the success of its first edition, it has become a meeting point for technology transfer in the 4.0 agricultural sector. At ExpoAgritech, leading companies in the agritech sector showcase their latest innovations and new trends in machinery and equipment, post-harvest, irrigation systems, regenerative agriculture, biostimulants and biofertilizers to improve the competitiveness of the agricultural sector. For three days, Expo AgriTech 2025 brings together more than 8,000 professional visitors from the agricultural sector, farm owners, agricultural engineers, agricultural technicians, cooperatives, agricultural associations and young farmers in Malaga, in search of solutions and new technologies for a 4.0 Countryside. In addition, ExpoAgritech completes its range of solutions thanks to the AgriTech 4.0 Congress, where new challenges in the Agriculture 4.0 sector, precision agriculture, self-guided machinery, biotechnological solutions, data agriculture, and other important issues for the sector will be discussed.

According to a recent report by the specialist media Interempresas , the traditional multi-sector fair of Sant Miquel , in Lleida, which was held on dates coinciding with the Saint's feast day (at the end of September), has separated its agricultural content for 2025 to create a new event that will take place during the month of November . The event and dates are still being set up, and we will keep you informed about them.

SAGRIS, the Agriculture and Livestock Fair , will be held from May 8 to 10, 2025 with the aim of bringing society closer and raising awareness about the importance of the rural world and promoting innovation, talent and sustainability in the agricultural sector.

FIMA will once again be the largest event in the agricultural world in Southern Europe. Mechanisation and technological innovations will show professionals the best way to make their farms more profitable, improving performance and productivity. The importance of the farmer will be evident at an event that pays special attention to Mediterranean Agriculture and where the situation of European and world agriculture is constantly being discussed. Farmers, cooperatives, service companies, importers, distributors, engineers, the academic world, research and public administration, among others, meet at this benchmark forum in Spain for the agricultural sector. More than 1,200 exhibitors (420 of them foreign) on an exhibition area of more than 100,000 square metres, attracted 167,564 visitors at its last edition, from 54 different countries.

The Pest Management and Environmental Health Congress, Expocida Iberia, has established itself as the leading event in our sector, being the fundamental meeting point for the generation and dissemination of knowledge, with conferences given by world-renowned experts, where the most relevant and current topics are addressed. Place: IFEMA MADRID - HALL 5 Contacts: Phone: +34 932 042 066 Email: info@expocida.com Contact person: Inés Aguilar