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Agrifood TEF


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   22 Sep 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   25 Dec 2025

The Agrifood TEF initiative in Spain promotes innovation in AI and robotics for the agri-food sector. It supports the development and adoption of smart technologies to improve efficiency and productivity. The programme fosters collaboration between research centres, companies, and technology providers.

Name in original language

TEF Agrifood

Initiative overview

he Agrifood TEF initiative aims to strengthen AI and robotics applications in the Spanish agri-food industry. By supporting research, development, and experimentation, it seeks to modernise agricultural practices, enhance production efficiency, and improve competitiveness across the sector.

Key objectives include:

  • Developing AI-driven automation and robotic solutions for agriculture and food processing
  • Facilitating adoption of smart technologies by farms and agri-food companies
  • Promoting collaboration between research institutions, technology providers, and businesses

Implementation focuses on funding projects, pilot tests, and applied research, allowing innovations to move from the lab into practical, real-world use. The programme also aligns with broader European initiatives to digitalise agriculture and increase sustainability in food systems.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

Agrotecnio

About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • Agrotecnio

Category:

  • Regulations, guidelines and standards

Initiative type:

  • Regulatory experimentation initiative including sandboxes

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2024

Binding:

  • Non-binding

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