DATAGRI 2024 had more than a thousand participants and closed its 7th edition with great success.

The 7th edition of the DATAGRI Forum took place between November 13th and 14th at the iHub La Vega Innova (in San Fernando de Henares, Madrid), a meeting point for promoting innovation and the latest digital technologies in the Spanish agri-food sector.

During the forum's opening by the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas, he emphasized that Spain must consolidate itself not only as a power in food production and export, but also as a global leader in food technology, which is key to improving its competitiveness and sustainability .

Innovation for large and small farms at DATAGRI 2024

The minister emphasized the importance of training and advice as key tools for bringing technology to even the smallest farms. In this context, he highlighted the digital notebook, a voluntary solution designed to facilitate farm management and foster generational change in the sector. "We want farmers to adopt it for its benefits and for it to serve as an inspiration for others," he stated.

Public support for digitalization

The Government, committed to innovation, is promoting various strategies such as the digitalization of the sector, which has a budget of 64 million euros , and theAgroInnpulso credit line, which has financed 149 projects with more than 26 million euros . In addition, 177 operational groups have been created and 189 innovative supra-regional projects have been launched with support of 108 million euros . The Strategic Plan of the Common Agricultural Policy adds 84 million euros until 2027 to promote these initiatives.

Technological transformation, a strategic pillar

Planas recalled that the future National Food Strategy includes the promotion of new technologies as one of its fundamental pillars. This vision is aligned with the European objectives of creating sustainable agri-food systems and making the most of the opportunities offered by innovation.

Datagri: a benchmark in innovation

The Datagri Forum, which brings together companies, universities, cooperatives, and agricultural organizations, has established itself as a key meeting point in Southern Europe for connecting technology with traditional agri-food production.

The AKIS Advisory Platform will be featured at DATAGRI 2024

Among the activities planned for DATAGRI 2024 was the presentation of the AKIS Advisors Platform, which was presented several times during the two days of the event.