- The award ceremony, presided over by the Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food, Luis Planas, took place this Monday at Madrid’s Royal Theatre.
- The award recognises excellence, innovation and sustainability in table olive production.
- The cooperative stands out for its commitment to economic, social and environmental sustainability.
From left to right: Julio Roda, CEO of Agrosevilla; Luis Planas, Minister of Agriculture, Fisheries, and Food; and Gabriel Cabello, President of Agrosevilla.
Agrosevilla, a leading cooperative in the production and export of table olives, has been honoured with the prestigious Foods of Spain Award in the Food Industry category. This recognition, granted by the Ministry of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, highlights the cooperative’s commitment to quality, sustainability and innovation in the agri-food sector. The award ceremony, presided over by Minister Luis Planas, was held yesterday evening at Madrid’s Royal Theatre. Ernesto Abati García-Manso, Undersecretary of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, presented the award to Julio Roda, Director-General of Agrosevilla.
“Representing the best of the Spanish food industry is a great responsibility, and we are committed to maintaining the high standards this award represents. This is a recognition of the effort and dedication of our farmers, cooperatives and workers at every stage of the value chain. Without a doubt, it motivates us to continue leading the global table olive sector, reaffirming our commitment to quality, food safety, and sustainable practices. This award inspires us to keep developing products that meet consumer needs while generating a positive impact on our communities and the environment.” Julio Roda, Director-General of Agrosevilla.
For his part, Gabriel Cabello, President of Agrosevilla, emphasised: “We are deeply grateful for this award, which reflects the dedication and effort of our more than 4,000 member farmers and 400 employees. This prize recognises our daily work as a cooperative and our commitment to quality, innovation and the sustainability of our business model. Without the support and collaboration of all those involved, this achievement would not have been possible.”
The Foods of Spain Award, now in its 36th edition, aims to acknowledge the efforts of companies and professionals who contribute to the efficient and sustainable development of the Spanish food sector. Agrosevilla has been distinguished for its nearly 50 years of history, during which it has become a benchmark in the production and export of table olives. The cooperative boasts a presence in 72 countries and maintains commercial subsidiaries in the United States and Italy.
The cooperative is notable for its commitment to innovation and digitalisation in its production processes, employing technology that promotes a circular economy and renewable energy use, reinforcing its dedication to the sustainable development of the cooperative agri-food sector.
From left to right: Julio Roda, CEO, and Gabriel Cabello, President of Agrosevilla
You can watch the full gala here, with Agrosevilla’s award presentation starting at 01:07:00.