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02/10/2026

We eat less, spend more, and cook differently: the CAP Network analyzes how eating habits are changing in Spain | CAP Network

The new publication from the CAP Network reveals a transformation in the Spanish shopping basket and cuisine: the volume of food purchased is falling, spending is increasing, and there is a growing demand for practical and easy-to-prepare products. The decline in consumption of some cornerstones of the Mediterranean diet, the rise of ready-made meals, and online shopping present new challenges and opportunities for producers, local businesses, and the agri-food chain.

25/09/2026

Europe debates the future of agri-food R&D&I

These days, September 24th and 25th, the new framework for research, development and innovation in the agri-food sector is being debated in Brussels.

22/09/2026

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food publishes the Report on the needs for advice for young people and new entrants to the agricultural sector.

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food publishes the Report on the needs for advice for young people and new entrants to the agricultural sector. The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and...

22/09/2026

Provisional unit amounts for livestock-related aid in the 2026 campaign

Section 2 of Chapter III of Title III of Royal Decree 1048/2022, of December 27, on the application, from 2023 onwards, of interventions in the form of direct payments and the establishment of common...

Isabel Bombal, in red, at the Global Agriculture Forum 2025 meeting

28/10/2025

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food reaffirms its commitment to generational renewal at the Global Agriculture Forum 2025

The Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food has reaffirmed its commitment to generational change at the new edition of the Global Agriculture Forum 2025 , organized by the Organisation for...

24/10/2025

SmartFarmRani is making progress in genetic conservation and livestock innovation in Ávila

The SmartFarmRani project continues to develop new actions in the province of Ávila , reinforcing its commitment to innovation, genetic conservation and the improvement of sustainability in extensive...

23/10/2025

Launch of the third call for proposals of the Agroecology partnership on genetic diversity and social acceleration towards the agroecological transition

The Agroecology partnership launches its third call for funding for international collaborative R&D projects. The projects will have a maximum duration of 36 months, have at least 3 partners from 3...

23/10/2025

EXPOAGRITECH 2025 SPECIAL, IN MÁLAGA

At Akisplataforma.es we offer you a selection of the most interesting presentations and the most outstanding innovations in the extensive catalogue offered in its ExpoAgriTech 2025 programme. This...

23/10/2025

MAPA supports innovation for sustainability in the agri-food sector with intense participation in ExpoAgriTech 2025.

From October 28th to 30th, Malaga will become the epicenter of agricultural innovation with the celebration of ExpoAgriTech 2025 – “The Agricultural Fair 4.0” , an event that will bring together more...

15/10/2025

International Day of Rural Women: Innovation, technology, and female talent to transform the countryside

Every October 15th , International Day of Rural Women reminds us of the essential role women play in the sustainability, economy, and innovation of rural areas. In Spain, more and more women are...

14/10/2025

Six projects with potential impact on sustainability and industrial efficiency have been selected in the first call for the AgriFoodtech Sandbox.

Sigma, Iberfruta Muerza, Lugartis, Pascual Innoventures, Uraphex, and Protiberia are the companies that will work with CNTA on initiatives related to the development of new ingredients, food...

PHOTO OF THE VISIT TO THE GO PLANFORLAB EXPERIMENTAL FOREST

13/10/2025

Castilla y León inaugurates its first laboratory forest in Vega de Espinareda with the help of the PLANFORLAB Operational Group

The PLANFORLAB Operational Group has taken a decisive step in its development with the inauguration of the first laboratory forest in Castile and León , located in Vega de Espinareda (León) . This...

13/10/2025

GO UBAVIDA sparks scientific curiosity at the European Researchers' Night in Madrid

The UBAVIDA working group participated in the 16th European Researchers' Night in Madrid , a leading event that brings together more than 460 European cities to celebrate science and innovation . The...

06/10/2025

The VIÑA-RAÍCES Regional Government unveils its second demonstration plot in Extremadura.

The VIÑA-RAÍCES Operational Group continues to advance in its demonstration trial on different soil management methods in vineyards, and has announced the details of the second demonstration plot...

06/10/2025

The European Investment Bank publishes a report on the gap in achieving the bioeconomy's sustainability goals.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) has published a new publication analyzing the state of the bioeconomy in the European Union and the challenges it faces in reaching its full potential. According to...

02/10/2025

Fruit Attraction recognizes fruit and vegetable innovation at the 2025 Innovation Hub Awards

The organizers of the Fruit Attraction trade fair have presented the Innovation Hub Awards , honoring the most significant advances in the fruit and vegetable sector. This year, three projects were...

30/09/2025

How GO OLIVE CARBON BALANCE can "see" from space the carbon sequestered by olive trees

Recently, Pedro Hernández , from the InnoTech Think Tank , has published details of the project on the GO OLIVE CARBON BALANCE website and how it manages to unravel such curious questions as whether...

30/09/2025

Final resolution of the 2025 Agricultural Test Spaces Call: 12 projects selected

The Agricultural Test Spaces Network (RETA) has published the final resolution of the 2025 Agricultural Test Spaces Call , opened on May 5 and aimed at promoting the creation and consolidation of test...

30/09/2025

The PAC Network launches an ambitious program of agricultural and rural training sessions for the last quarter of the year.

The PAC Network , an initiative of the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food (MAPA) , has launched a comprehensive program of conferences, workshops and courses for the last quarter of 2025. Its...

Luis Planas, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food

30/09/2025

Luis Planas highlighted the importance of precision agriculture, research, and technology to improve agri-food efficiency and address climate challenges at Fruit Attraction 2025.

The Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, Luis Planas , inaugurated the 17th edition of Fruit Attraction today, 30 September, highlighting Spain's role as the leading producer of fruit and...

29/09/2025

For the first time, the CNTA incorporates the "Agritech" macro-scenario in its Opportunity Scenarios Map.

The National Center for Food Technology and Safety (CNTA) has published the semiannual update of the Opportunity Scenarios Map , a reference tool for anticipating trends and detecting emerging areas...

24/09/2025

SOLARWINE launches two pilot plants that combine solar energy and smart viticulture.

The SOLARWINE Operational Group has completed the installation of two pilot agrovoltaic platforms , with a total surface area of nearly 2,000 m² , to study the integration of photovoltaics and...

24/09/2025

The video of the GO SmartFarmRani event in Salamaq 2025 is available on YouTube.

The SmartFarmRani Operational Group training session , held on September 5, 2025, within the framework of Salamaq 2025, entitled "Technology at the service of extensive and sustainable livestock...

Presentation of the award by the Minister for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO)

24/09/2025

IRTA receives recognition from MITECO for its Ovihuec.dat project

The Ministry for Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) has recognized IRTA for its Ovihuec.dat project, selected as one of the 39 exemplary initiatives of the Recovery...