Cajamar and CTA held a technical workshop today in Málaga to promote Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a driver of innovation in the agri-food value chain.

The event, held at Cajamar’s Casa de la Cultura in Málaga, brought together more than 40 experts and sector representatives to explore AI applications across the different stages of the agri-food value chain.

José Emilio Guerrero, Professor at the Higher Technical School of Agricultural and Forestry Engineering (ETSIAM), University of Córdoba, outlined the current situation and future prospects of AI in the agri-food industry. This was followed by three roundtable discussions addressing opportunities in the primary sector, processing industry, and distribution, with participation from representatives of Sigfrido Fruit, Tupl, Prolongo-FACCSA, ManSciTech, Tier 1, OGA, and the Universities of Málaga and Seville.

Transformation to adapt to a changing environment

During the event, it became clear that Artificial Intelligence (AI) is profoundly transforming the agri-food value chain in Andalusia by providing innovative tools to address key challenges such as sustainability, efficiency, and competitiveness. This technology has become a cornerstone for optimizing production processes, improving product quality, and ensuring food safety.

In this context, AI is emerging as a true catalyst for technological innovation in the agri-food sector, enabling companies to adapt to a constantly changing environment and meet the demands of a globalized market. Its impact ranges from advanced data analysis to task automation, opening up new opportunities for the sector’s growth and development.