First national meeting of Agroalnext

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

The event, which was attended by 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 essential topics for the future of the sector, such as the circular economy , digitalisation and technology transfer . These pillars are fundamental for the modernisation of the agri-food industry, seeking more sustainable and digitalised production.

One of the most notable sessions was the one dedicated to the digitalisation 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 point, with examples of valorisation of by-products and the creation of high-value biomaterials.

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

About the Agroalnext program

The Agroalnext programme aims to accelerate the digital and sustainable transformation of the agri-food industry, relying on collaboration between regions and the exchange of knowledge. In this way, it seeks to close the gap between scientific research and its application in the sector, guaranteeing a more competitive, safe 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.