Despite a more selective global investment climate, the Spanish AgriFoodTech ecosystem continues to mature, now encompassing 416 active startups with a notable 48% adoption rate of artificial intelligence. As capital shifts toward scalable, impact-driven solutions, the upcoming F&A Next event provides a timely platform to examine Spain’s success during a period of market consolidation. Here, we explore the country’s dynamic ecosystem and highlight six Spanish companies developing advanced, technological responses to the challenges facing the global food system.
Spain’s AgriFoodTech Ecosystem
In recent years, the global agri-food sector has undergone a profound transformation driven by technological innovation, environmental challenges, and evolving consumer preferences. From precision agriculture to circular economy solutions, AgriFoodTech is reshaping how food is produced, processed, and consumed. In this context, Spain is emerging as a dynamic and increasingly relevant player, combining its strong agricultural tradition with a growing ecosystem of technology-driven startups.
Spain’s AgriFoodTech ecosystem stands out for its diversity and its ability to integrate technology across the entire value chain. In 2025, the country is home to 416 startups in this field, representing a 5% increase compared to the previous year and reflecting the sector’s resilience even in a more demanding global environment. This development is supported by the strength of Spain’s agri-food industry—one of the most competitive in Europe—as well as by a new generation of entrepreneurs and a growing focus on innovation.
Navigating a Shifting Investment Landscape
At the same time, the global context is reshaping investment dynamics. In 2025, investment in Spain’s AgriFoodTech sector reached €123 million, marking a 31.3% decrease compared to the previous year. Rather than indicating a structural decline, this trend reflects a shift toward a more selective investment environment, where capital is increasingly directed toward mature, scalable, and impact-driven solutions. As a result, the Spanish ecosystem is entering a phase of consolidation.
The AI and Deep-Tech Revolution
One of the most notable aspects of this evolution is the growing role of advanced technologies. Artificial intelligence adoption has reached 48% within the ecosystem, becoming a key driver of efficiency, sustainability, and decision-making processes. Alongside AI, technologies such as biotechnology, the Internet of Things (IoT), and automation are enabling new solutions across areas such as agricultural production, logistics, and food innovation.
Despite these advances, the sector still faces important challenges, particularly in scaling technologies, strengthening technology transfer, and improving the connection between research and industry. Addressing these issues will be essential for reinforcing Spain’s international positioning as an AgriFoodTech Nation.
Spanish Innovators Showcasing at F&A Next
In this context, a group of Spanish companies will participate in the F&A Next event, showcasing innovative solutions that highlight the strength and diversity of the national ecosystem and its capacity to respond to global food system challenges.
ClicRecycle: Circular Economy in Marine Conservation
ClicRecycle is developing deep-tech solutions based on the valorization of waste, particularly human hair, as a regenerative resource. Through a circular model and the use of advanced technologies, the company creates eco-friendly products for marine conservation and regenerative agriculture, contributing to the reduction of plastic and chemical pollution and the protection of water resources.
Bio2Coat: Natural Food Preservation
Bio2Coat focuses on the development of edible coatings and packaging made from 100% natural formulations derived from renewable sources. Its solutions extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables without altering their properties, helping to reduce food waste and plastic use while preserving nutritional value.
Néboda: Next-Generation Vertical Farming
Néboda brings an innovative approach through indoor vertical farming. The company leverages technologies such as automation, robotics, and data analytics to transform agricultural production, aiming to deliver fresher, more sustainable, and pesticide-free food while improving efficiency across the production process.
IOVI: Intelligent Vision for Quality Control
IOVI develops artificial vision solutions based on artificial intelligence and deep learning, applied across several sectors, including the agri-food industry. Through systems such as its “intelligent eye,” the company enhances quality control, monitoring, and automation processes, adapting its solutions to specific industrial environments.
Fliwer: Smart Plant Management
Fliwer brings innovation to plant care and irrigation with smart technologies. The company specializes in intelligent plant monitoring systems that combine sensors, connectivity, and artificial intelligence to optimize the management of green spaces. Its solutions enable more efficient and sustainable maintenance across a range of professional environments, including urban green areas, agriculture, gardens, and sports facilities.
Ingredalia: Upcycling Plant By-Products
Ingredalia represents a clear example of circular economy applied to the agri-food sector. The company develops natural functional ingredients from plant-based by-products, with applications in the food, cosmetics, nutraceutical, and pet food industries. Its approach transforms waste into high-value products, contributing to both sustainability and efficiency across the value chain.
Looking Ahead: Spain as an AgriFoodTech Hub
Together, these companies illustrate the dynamism and innovative capacity of Spain’s AgriFoodTech ecosystem. From circular economy solutions to advanced technologies applied to production and quality control, Spanish firms are developing concrete responses to some of the most pressing challenges facing the global food system.
Looking ahead, the role of AgriFoodTech will continue to grow as the sector adapts to challenges such as climate change, resource scarcity, and evolving consumer demands. In this context, Spain is well positioned to strengthen its role as an international benchmark, building on its ability to combine tradition with innovation.
The participation of Spanish companies in international events such as F&A Next reflects this momentum and reinforces the global projection of the ecosystem. As these solutions gain visibility in international markets, Spain continues to advance toward its goal of becoming a key hub for innovation in the agri-food sector.
