Antonio Román emphasizes the need to attract and train young talent to ensure the future of the field and agricultural business management
Generational renewal has become one of the most pressing challenges for the agri-food sector. At Grupo Agroponiente, we are firmly committed to addressing it with vision, strategy, and social responsibility. This was the message shared by our Deputy General Manager, Antonio Román, during his participation in the roundtable “Challenges of the Agri-food Sector” held as part of the AgroTest Digital event organized by Fundación Cajamar in Almería.
The session brought together leading companies in the sector such as Primaflor, Coprohníjar, and CASI, discussing key topics like digitalization, biological pest control, artificial intelligence and, of course, the generational handover in agriculture.
During his speech, Antonio Román expressed a clear call to action:
“Investing in talent in Almería is essential. We want young people to take the baton — both in the fields and in the leadership of agricultural companies.”
Young professionals for a sustainable and human agricultural model
At Grupo Agroponiente, we believe the future of agriculture depends on a well-planned generational transition — ensuring both continuity and renewal. That means attracting young, skilled, and committed professionals to strengthen a more innovative, resilient, and sustainable agri-food model.
This generational commitment is reflected in our internal training strategies and partnerships with educational institutions, creating real opportunities for career growth in all areas of the agri-food chain — from production to corporate governance.
AgroTest Digital: innovation, startups, and forward-thinking agriculture
The day began with a guided tour of the Las Palmerillas Experimental Station, where various agtech startups presented pioneering solutions in smart irrigation, sensors, robotics, and biotechnology.
This strong focus on applied innovation aligns with Agroponiente’s DNA: a company that leads the way in modern, efficient, and sustainable agriculture in southern Europe.
A purpose-driven agriculture, centered on people
For Grupo Agroponiente, generational renewal is not just a business need — it’s a social commitment to our territory. We want the next generation to see agriculture as a worthy, stable, and purpose-driven career path — rooted in values like innovation, sustainability, and community impact.
Spaces like AgroTest Digital are essential to share knowledge, foster collaboration and showcase that the future of agriculture is already taking shape.
👏 Special thanks to Fundación Cajamar for organizing this high-level forum that encourages collective reflection and real action for the future of farming.
