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    Drones to monitor efficient irrigation

    The general director of Rural Development and Forestry Policy of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Begoña Nieto, stressed the importance of innovation, knowledge and training to further advance the development and modernization of irrigation. Nieto, who has made these statements at the presentation of the conference "Application of drones in the management of irrigation and fire", has recognized the need to incorporate, as soon as possible, the results of the R + D + i they have developed management of irrigated areas.

    Hundreds of citrus groves and olive trees affected by fire in Bolbaite (Valencia)

    The Valencian Farmers Association (AVA-ASAJA) has warned that…

    García Tejerina advocates an inclusive and supportive approach in water transfers

    Minister of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Isabel García Tejerina, stressed the importance of water planning, efficient management and an active dialogue with stakeholders, to develop a water policy. "Similarly, he pointed out the need for implement an integrated and united approach to transfers, to bring water to deficit areas. in this regard, the minister, who made these statements in the ABC water Forum, held on 8 June- cited as an example the Tagus Agreement -Segura, where there has been "a great effort to reach consensus operating rules, transparent and safe" in recent years, eliminating the discretion operation.

    The Trelleborg Group increases its dimension with CGS Holding

    The CGS Holding, a leading private enterprise in industrial and special agricultural tires and engineering solutions of polymers has recently gone to swell the volume of the Trelleborg Group. An acquisition that involves an investment of 10, 9 billion Swedish kronor (SEK), free debts. CGS is headquartered in the Czech Republic and in 2015 generated sales of approximately SEK 5.6 billion, with an operating margin of 16.5%.

    Colombia prioritizes rural development to reduce poverty and inequality

    The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Colombia Development (MINAGRICULTURA) prioritizes five public policies to boost development in rural areas, through a new work plan to be developed jointly with the Agricultural Society of Colombia (SAC) and which aims to increase the incomes of farmers and reduce poverty in the countryside.
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    Spain, international leader in water savings

    Spain is international leader in saving water as a result of having got the transformation of traditional irrigation systems in surface drip systems in more than 49% of the irrigated zones, such as has reported the National Federation of Communities Irrigators (FENACORE) on the occasion of the celebration of World Environment Day on June 5. This process of modernization of irrigation has been being driven by irrigators in collaboration with public administrations, and currently results in a reduction of almost 14% in average annual savings of irrigation water, turning a total consumption nearly 17,000 cubic hectometres into about 14,500 cubic hectometres presently, according to the National Statistics Institute (INE) data, collected by the Federation.

    Spain: García Tejerina defends the role of agriculture as an agent of economic development

    Minister of Agriculture, Food and Environment, Isabel García Tejerina, has claimed the role of agriculture and the food industry as agents of economic development that contribute to the fight against poverty and income inequality, especially in countries . García Tejerina, who has made these statements during his speech at the conference of ministers and senior officials of Agriculture G20 held in Xian (China), said the importance of this meeting to establish a consensus that promotes sustainable development agrarian.

    A ‘tasty’ campaign to encourage children to eat more fruits and vegetables

    Tomorrow, June 4th, takes place in Murcia the last of the two cooking contests of Huerta Chef campaign, designed by the Federation of Agricultural Cooperatives of Murcia (FECOAM) and funded by the European Union and the Ministry of Water, Agriculture and Environment. This 'tasty' initiative aims to encourage children to consume fruits and vegetables in order to maintain a healthy diet.

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    Third conference on citrus of Agrícola Café

    This Friday, June 10th, the third edition of the Days ' Agricultural Cafe: Citrus', is celebrated. In this event will be discussed the current situation in the citrus industry and its future prospects. Organized by Agricultural Editorial Spanish with AVA ASAJA (Associació Valenciana D'Agricultors), the forum will serve as a meeting point for professionals and experts quote that it will provide an overview of it all, through the analysis of its different means of production and the possibilities of improving their profitability.

    First National Congress of Bioeconomy, Food and Future,

    Almería host next June 16 the First National Congress of Bioeconomy, Food and Future 'Food & Future', organized by Cajamar Caja Rural, the Association of Science and Technology Parks of Spain (APTE) and the Science and Technology Park of Almería. This event will analyze the revolution that the bioeconomy is being productive systems, legal mechanisms and economic structures, the role of biotechnology as an engine of change, discuss new products, models and new sources of energy, and hold business meetings.