Transforming the Water Footprint in Ventisquero 🇨🇱
"At Ventisquero Wine Estates, advanced prediction and intelligent analysis are radically transforming water management." Con Luciano Morales Soto y Miguel Felipe Gallet manriquez a la cabeza, la sostenibilidad y la innovación se fusionan para reducir la huella hídrica, optimizar recursos y mejorar significativamente la salud de los viñedos. Gracias a nuestra tecnología en Agrow, los productores ahora anticipan las necesidades de riego con precisión, logrando un uso eficiente del agua, mayor productividad y un impacto ambiental real, liderando la sostenibilidad corporativa a través de proyectos de compensación y acción en territorio. Estamos orgullosos de colaborar con Ventisquero Wine Estates, un socio comprometido con un futuro #WaterPositive. Every drop counts, and every decision transforms!
#ClimateChangeWeek Highlights🗽
At the end of September, Antonella Maggioni had the opportunity to represent our #team at Climate Change Week in New York, an event organized by Climate Group. Anto highlighted the importance of local action in addressing global issues like climate change., emphasizing that solutions must be tailored to the realities of each region. This approach is essential in our mission to optimize water use in agriculture, working with producers on smart irrigation technologies and sustainable practices. The insights and collaborations from the event will strengthen our strategies and propel us toward a more sustainable future.
We joined to the CEO Water Mandate 🌍 🤝
This month, we announced our joining of the CEO Water Mandate, a global initiative that promotes collective action for responsible water management. Together with the Pacific Institute and the UN Global Compact Spain, we will work with businesses, governments, and NGOs to contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). At Agrow, we develop technologies that optimize water use in agriculture, implement sustainable practices, and promote policies for a secure water future. Participating in the CEO Water Mandate workshop in New York has been a privilege, and we are determined to move towards a more resilient and equitable future through collaboration. This will not be the last news about this collaboration, so keep your eyes peeled for more surprises soon 👀!
Where We Were in October 🍂
💡AI-Andalus Innovations Venture: This month, Pablo Crespo Moya went to Seville for the AI-Andalus Innovations Venture event, and it was a pleasure to reconnect and share ideas with colleagues from the Agtech sector and water solutions. At this gathering, it became clear that water scarcity and quality are complex challenges that require collective cooperation. It is essential to provide knowledge and strategies that improve the resilience of water consumers, focusing on efficiency and recognizing productivity with low water footprints. It's always rewarding to connect with friends from the startup and innovation ecosystem in Spain!
🌏 Global Compact: Mayte Montes Cañadas represented Agrow at the 9th Anniversary event of the SDGs organized by the UN Global Compact Spain. This enriching gathering allowed us to reflect on the crucial role of businesses in sustainability and the importance of joining efforts to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals.
🇪🇺 European Commission: Pablo Crespo Moya presented Agrow to the European Commission at La Vega Innova, highlighting the importance of water sustainability in the agri-food and industrial sectors. We showcased progress in the "Smart Pivot" project alongside Telefónica Tech and the National Irrigation Center of Spain, focusing on traceability, technology, and collective action to promote Water Stewardship.
🌊 Water Disruption Challenge: We were selected as one of the ten finalists for the Water Disruption Challenge 2024, and we went to Monterrey to celebrate! Our conversations with key players across various sectors are essential to driving innovation and addressing current challenges in water management.
💧 First Drop VC: We had the opportunity to attend the annual First Drop VC event at The Terminal Hub, where we received valuable feedback from prominent impact investors and ecosystem players. This event emphasized the importance of supporting startups that drive sustainable change, perfectly aligning with our mission to create a more equitable and resilient agricultural future. We are proud to be part of this impact network, working together to deliver smarter solutions for the planet.
🦌 John Deere: Pablo Crespo Moya went to Parla (Madrid) to the John Deere Innovation Center! This event offered valuable insights into the challenges of water use and sustainability in agriculture, with panels on water availability and production costs, as well as the opportunity to connect with Agtech sector leaders like Gottfried Pessl!
💥 GoHub Ventures Founders Day: The GoHub Ventures Founders Day 2024 began yesterday at the Bellver Blue Tech Zone, where several startups gathered for two days of sessions focused on inspiration and business growth. This annual gathering provides a space to share experiences, learn from common challenges, and create new opportunities. At Agrow, we value these initiatives that foster collaboration and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
The Last Drops💧
🎉 We are very excited to have been recognized as one of the 30 startups selected by the Málaga Startup Network ecosystem in Málaga Tech and Málaga TechPark, the Andalusia Technology Park! This honor reflects our commitment to innovation and business success, and reaffirms our dedication to contributing to the growth of Málaga's entrepreneurial community.
Shoutout 📢
👩🏼🌾 Recently, it was International Day of Rural Women, but at Agrow, we have been celebrating it all month, honoring the valuable contributions of women in #agriculture and rural development, who have been essential for food security and the preservation of traditional agricultural practices. While the day has passed, we must always stay aware and encourage young women to join this space, keep raising their voices, and face challenges such as the gender pay gap and limited access to land. A big round of applause for the women at Agrow: Antonella Garcia, Celia Vincent, Sofía Marti, Antonella Maggioni, Inbal Hasson Tapiero, Mayte Montes Cañadas, Monica Calvo Cañadas, and all the others working in this vital sector.
